Portara – It is the biggest bloody doorway I have ever seen! These guys were trying to impress and they have surely succeeded! Those are single pieces that weigh many tons each. You just have to ask yourself how the heck these guys moved this stuff around for miles??!!
Just thinking about it makes my back ache…, the quarry is miles from this site and the statues up at Apollonas and Melanes were probably destined for this temple.
The site is great, especially with a low sun. They probably chose it to so visitors would see it first, so I suppose what they wanted was to project their power. Why else go to so much trouble to make everything so massive?
It is the first thing to see as the boat approaches the port of Naxos. You can’t miss it. To get a good idea of its actual size it is best to go up, stand next to it (as close as possible) and the try to look up. It will make you feel really small, tiny. It has successfully withstood the test of time in all its grandeur.
More than 30 beaches !!!
Yes, it is true. The island of Naxos offers the greatest variety of beaches you could ever hope to find & endless opportunities for explorations.
Traditional or modern Naxos villages, inhabited or abandoned, one thing is for sure, you won't ever get bored.
A wide variety of activities during your holiday
Taste new experiences during your holiday on Naxos. You may enjoy surfing, walking, snorkelling, sailing, horseback riding, cooking and so many more ...
Naxos is mostly a family destination. It is ideal for families with small children.
