About Naxos Island
Built around the hill of the medieval castle Marco Sanudo, Chora Carries the momories of another age, which is testified by the important monuments that are spread throughout the island. In both of the two older districts of the Town which are buit on the hill, in Bourgo and Castro, you will admire unique venetians buildings and monuments, the Jesuits', Capuchins' and Ursulines monasteries, impressive mansion houses with venetian elements, scattered in the labyrinthine alleys, Churches and neighbourhoods with a reach history. North of the Town is the region of Grotta, where the remains of the antique of the classic ages are visible on the bottom of the sea. On the sought end of the beautiful Cycladic Town, you will see the Agios Georgios Beach, an organised, leeward beach with golden sun and modern water sports Facilities.
Chora , the capital Town of the island, supplies all modern facilities as well as plenty of services while it has a rich market, many entertainment options, restaurants, ‘'ouzeri'', (tavern serving ‘'meze'', which is traditional small dishes accompanied by ouzo), and is ideal to go for walking, not only in the small alleys with the snow-white houses, but also on the coastal road which bustles with life.
Naxos the most verdant Cycladic island in an enormous area of 448 square kilometres. In these lands, which are blessed by God Dionysus according to tradition, you will discover 22 traditional villages of exceptional beauty. Time is never enough to explore all the beauties of these magnificent Villages which have kept their traditional character unspoiled during the centuries. Hidden on the massifs or in the island‘s inland, the villages will take you to another age; they wont let you leave any spot of the island unexplored , no towers and no castle unvisited, no alley without to stroll in it.......
Who goes to Naxos?
Naxos Island is a very popular destination for all kind of interests. It is a holiday resort for families, young and olds, people who really enjoy the sea and the sun, people with special interests such as civilization and history, people who enjoy activities such as cycling, mountain bikes, walking tours 4x4 drive beach sports, water ski, yachting and the island has the reputation to be wind surfers paradise.
More than just a beach resort
Naxos Island has numerous places for all kind of interests to visit. Monuments, archaeological places, churches, castle, museums, unique landscape ideal for trekking, cycling are all here.
A 3000 years history is a promise for sightseeing, exploration and discovery.