The Archaeological Museum, Naxos is must see attraction in the city of Naxos. Hundreds of visitors from all parts of the world come to the varied exhibits of The Archaeological Museum, Naxos. During your trip to the city of Naxos do not miss a trip to this museum. The Archaeological Museum in Naxos of Greece is located in the capital of the island. It is located close to the castle. The Museum is housed in the beautiful 17th century Jesuit School of Commerce. It is a Venetian building and was declared as a historical monument. The Archeological Museum of Naxos displays a fine collection of art facts dating from the ancient age. See the collection dating from the late Neolithic period to the early Christian times. All the findings housed in the museum were discovered after the excavations that were started since the Second World War.
Excavations that continued for about forty years brought into light several archaeological sites. These include Tsikalario in central Naxos,Grotta, Aplomata, Iria, Melanes, Sangri, Pithos in Chora, Panormos, Korphi t'Aroniou in east Naxos. All these findings are now housed in the Naxos Museum. The Archaeological Museum, Naxos would delight each and every visitor. The Naxos Archaeological Museum has long vaulted chambers along the walls of the kastro. It is one of the main specialties of the museum.
The collections of the Archeological Museum are categorized into several periods and sub-sections. Sections range from early Cycladic periods (3200 to 2300 BC).The collections of Early Cycladic marble figurines ranks next only to the collections of the National Archaeological Museum in Athens. See the pottery and terracotta figurines of the Archaic (7th - 6th c. BC) and the Classical period (5th - 4th c. BC). Marvel at the beauty of the exhibits of the Hellenistic (3rd - 1st c. BC) periods. See the potteries and the glass vases of the Roman period (1st c. BC to 2nd c. AD). Visitors can also see many marble statues of the past days. Know more about the local history and the art of Naxos and its surrounding parts.
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