Naxos and Chora
Naxos is the largest island in the center of the Cyclades, with imposing mountain ranges and fertile valleys. Naxos has many endless beaches, turquoise waters, Chora, the Old Town with history and countless sights but also picturesque villages, castles, churches, monasteries, chateaus, museums, archaeological sites, and monuments, an unbelievable gastronomic cuisine, local products, nightlife.
The capital and port of the island is Chora. White Aegean houses, old stone mansions, narrow streets, and arches are the characteristics of the settlement that spreads around and into the medieval castle of Sanoudos. The registered trademark of Naxos is Portara. It is a huge marble gate, a remnant of a 530 BC Apollo temple that was left unfinished in its construction. It is located on the islet "Palatia" at the entrance of the port of Naxos where you can enjoy one of the most charming sunsets in Greece. Book your ferry tickets and travel to Naxos!
The main attractions in Naxos are:
Naxos Archaeological Museum
Byzantine Museum
Venetian Museum
On-site Archaeological Museum
Naxos castle
The Crispy Tower
The Cathedral of the Catholics
Kazaja hats
The Cathedral of the Orthodox
Our Lady of Myrtidiotissa
The Ursuline School of Commerce