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The Tower Of Bellonia



All across Naxos you can see many towers. Of these The Tower Of Bellonia, Naxos is a significant one. The Tower Of Bellonia, Naxos is a top rated attraction for all tourists coming from varied countries. The Tower Of Bellonia, Naxos was built about 16th century at Livadia. It is one of the most fertile areas of Naxos. The Tower was the residence of the Venetian sovereign of that particular area. Visitors coming to the site can see the crest of the Bellonia family that still exists on the outer wall of the tower. The tower is named after this family. the Naxos Tower Of Bellonia is still inhabited by a local family.

Wonder at the beauty of the panoramic view of Naxos Town from the top of the tower. It is amazing. Next to the building there is The Tower Of Bellonia, Naxos is the Church of St. John in the yard. Visitors coming to the site can see the Church of St. John. The Church of St. John has two altars. The two altars are separated by a double arch. While one is for the Greek Orthodox the other one is for the Roman Catholics of the island. This unique combination was a mainly an attempt on part of the Venetians to balance the harmony between the two sections.

The Venetian ruled over Naxos for over three centuries. So in the city you can see much Venetian architecture. The towers are a significant part of the Venetian architecture. All these towers used to serve varied special purpose. These towers were used to protect the Venetian families from the pirates. These towers were built very both scientifically and strategically. If an attack broke out a large fire was lit on the nearest tower’s roof. Gradually a chain reaction was set from tower to tower thereby alerting all the islanders. While some of them were used as resting house others were the summer homes of Venetian nobles.

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Tourist Attractions In Naxos
Agios Mamas Apirathos
Chalki Iria Ancient Site
Kouros of Flerio-Melanes Portara
The Ancient Mycenaean City
The Archaeological Museum
The Cave of Za in Filoti
The Geological Museum
The Metropolis Museum
The Old Emery Mines
The Panagia Protothoni Church
The Panagia Vlacherniotissa Church
The Tower Of Bellonia
The Tower of Chimarros
The Venetian Castle
The Windmills and Castles in Sagri
The Zevgoli Castle
The Zoodochou Pigis Cathedral




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