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INFORMATION about NAXOS |
| INTRODUCTION: |
| Cosmopolitan resort and picturesque port, carved with immaculate grace, the glaring island of Naxos shall seduce you to a journey of acquaintance with natural beauty, insular aesthetics and traditional mentality. Endowed with unrivaled archaeological findings, the largest of the Cyclades cluster, the island of Naxos has a multilateral character that shall impress you. |
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| LOCATION: |
| Naxos, being the largest islands and due to the fact that it is located in the heart of the insular cluster, seems to be the center of the Cyclades Islands, that flow indolently in the heart of the Aegean Sea. |
| AREA: | | 428 sq.km | | POPULATION: |
| 15200 |
| CAPITAL: |
| Naxos or Hora |
| MORPHOLOGY: |
| The island of Naxos has a multifarious morphology that shall definitely enchant you. Verdurous valleys, crystal fountains and fertile plains full of olive groves and grapevines that alternate with rugged cliffs, imposing mountains and infinite coasts, compose an unparalleled icon of excellence. |
| SEASONS: |
| During the summer months Naxos is a cosmopolitan and much frequented tourist resort that combines the modern lifestyle with the insular traditional mentality. In winter, Naxos is a peaceful and serene island, a place for seclusion. |
| ATTRACTIONS: |
SIGHTS:
The "Portara", which is the entrance of the sanctuary of Apollo, an ancient town, the castle, the several churches, the monastery of Agios Ioannis Hrissostomos, the tower of Belonias and the spring of Agas, the only Turkish monument, at the town of Naxos.
The churches of Agios Nikolaos, Agios Arsenios and the monastery of Agios Ioannis Prodromos, at the village of Agios Arsenios.
The towers of the ancient potentates of the island of Somaripa and Sfortsa Kastri, several churches, the windmills, the church of Panagia Fanariotissa and the building of the cultural organization, at the village of Apirathos.
The semifinished young man's statue, the ancient marble quarries, the tower and the ancient monastery of Panagia, at the village of Apollonas.
The relics of the Mycenaean graves, the monasteries of Taxiarhes, Genesis, Panagia Fanaromeni, Hilia Vrissi and Agios Mamas, the Byzantine monastery Ipsilis and the artificial lake, at the village of Eggares.
The emery mines and the church of Panagia Argokiliotissa, at the village of Koronos.
The Venetian towers of Marcos Sanoudos, Mavrogenis, De Maris and Fragopoulos, the churches of Agioi Apostoli and Metamorphossis, the Byzantine church of Agios Georgios and the semifinished young man's statue, at the village of Melanes.
The church of Panagia Parthena at the village of Mikri Vigla.
The Byzantine churches of Kaloritissa, Agios Ioannis and Agios Nikolaos, the monasteries of Taxiarhes and Agios Eleftherios, the tower of Somaripas and the three windmills, at the village of Sagri.
Several churches, the tower of Gratsias, Barotsis and Markopolitis, the church of Agios Mamas and the fortifications of the upper cxastle, at the village of Tragea.
The churches of Panagia Tripodiotissa and Stavropigi, the ruins of the ancient tower of Plaka and the tower of Oskelos, at the village of Tripodes.
The tower of Laritzi and Himaros, the church of Panagia Filotissa and Agios Georgios, the monastery of Christ the Fotodotis, at Filoti.
MUSEUMS:
The archaeological and the museum of the metropolis at the town of Naxos.
The archaeological, the geological and the cultural museums of Apirathos.
The cultural collection and the exhibition hall of weaning, at Koronos.
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| SPORTS / RECREATION: |
| If you have a boat, you can wharf at one of the three ports of Hora or at Alikos. For fuel you can go to Hora, while for any kind of malfunction, you can contact the following telephone number: +30 (22890) 22300. | | ENTERTAINMENT: |
| All over the traditional island of Naxos, at every village or settlement, you will be able to find numerous taverns, restaurants, cafeterias and bars that shall offer you unrivaled entertainment. | | LOCAL EVENTS: |
The festival of Agios Nikodimos on July the 14th and the cultural events "Dionissia" during July, at the town of Naxos.
Many festival during July, at the villages of Tragea, Tripodes, Agia Anna, Agios Prokopios and Koronos.
The festival of Panagia on August the 15th, at the village of Apirathos and Apollonas.
The three day festival of Agioi Apostoli on June the 29th, at the village of Melanes.
The three day festival of Panagia from 14 to 16 of August, at the village of Filoti. | | MAJOR TOWNS / CITIES / VILLAGES |
Naxos or Hora
Outspread along the beautiful beach, the hospitable town of Naxos will be waiting to welcome you, with the famous "Portara" dominating in dignity. The traditional town with the stone houses, the narrow alleys and the many sightseeing, in combination with the modern lifestyle shall satisfy every taste and need.
Apiranthos
Apiranthos is one of the most picturesque and traditional villages of the Cyclades islands. Venetian towers, marble uphill alleys, stone built houses, small squares and scenic coffee shops reflect the essence of another era. The inhabitants, using their own dialect and maintaining the old customs and traditions, shall immediately win you over.
Mikri Vigla
Mikri Vigla is a coastal settlement with marvelous beaches. Ideal for windsurfers and sea lovers, the beautiful Mikri Vigla is waiting to offer you unique, refreshing moments of leisure.
Filoti
Built on the slope of the mountain Zas, Filoti is the largest and one of the most beautiful villages of the island of Naxos. The whitewashed houses and the stone paved alleys make a superb contrast with the gray shade of the mountain and the green color of the plain, composing an unmatched scenery.
Sagri
The village of Sagri consists of three settlements, Ano Sagri, Kato Sagri and Kanakari. Situated on a fertile region with olivegroves, a synthesis of Venetian towers, Byzantine churches and scenic windmills, embellish the traditional village in a unique manner.
Apollonas
Apollonas is one of the most attractive coastal villages of the island of Naxos. The limitless sandy beach with the marble pebbles shall definitely bedazzle you, while visiting the ancient marble quarries will be a very interesting experience.
Eggares
Located at a region with lush verdure, running waters, numerous trees and valleys, the village of Eggares is the ideal resort for refreshing and revitalizing vacations. At one of the mansions of the settlement, used to live the famous novelist and poet Nikos Kazantzakis.
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| TRANSPORTATION: |
BY FERRY:
From Piraeus to the island of Naxos, there are frequent timetables on summer, while in winter the itineraries are more rare. The duration of the journey is 7 hours. Furthermore, there are several itineraries from Rafina to the island of Naxos with speedboats. Naxos is also connected with Crete, the Cyclades islands and the Dodekanissa islands.
Information:
Port authority of Piraeus: +30 (210) 4226000
Port authority of Naxos: +30 (22850) 22300
Port authority of Rafina: +30 (22940) 22487
BY AIRPLANE:
From the Eleftherios Venizelos airport at Spata to the island of Naxos, there are flights all through the year. The duration of the flight is 45 minutes.
Information:
Olympic airways of Athens: +30 (210) 9363363
Olympic airways of Naxos: +30 (22850) 23043
Airport of Naxos: +30 (22850) 23292
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| USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS: |
Municipality of Naxos: +30 (22850) 22717
Police department of Naxos: +30 (22850) 22100
Port authority of Naxos: +30 (22850) 22300
Taxi station of Naxos: +30 (22850) 22444
Boat malfunctions: +30 (22890) 22300
Port authority of Piraeus: +30 (210) 4226000
Port authority of Naxos: +30 (22850) 22300
Port authority of Rafina: +30 (22940) 22487
Olympic airways of Athens: +30 (210) 9363363
Olympic airways of Naxos: +30 (22850) 23043
Airport of Naxos: +30 (22850) 23292 |
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