Lying on the Agean Sea, Naxos is the largest of the Cyclades Island Group in Greece. The city was the cultural hub of the ancient Cyclades. The place is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Greece and attracts a lot of tourists by its fascinating beaches and the ruins. Naxos is a must visit place in Greece. Naxos is the home to some of the loveliest beaches on the Agean Sea, like Agia anna, Agios Prokopoios, Alikos, Kastraki, Mikri, Vigls, Plaka and Agios georgios. Mount Zas is the tallest peak in the region. The place is well known for its potato production.
Some of the must visit attractions in Naxos are Portara, which has stood fir over centuries and is at present the landmark of the city, Venetian Castle and the The Museum.. The older precinct of the city of Naxos is also an interesting part to visit. You will find the old shops, old taverns and some of the old style bakeries. Church of Panagia Mirtidiotisa are also another important tourist attractions in Naxos. Seethe famous Naxos Eye at the jewelery shops which is a unique stone formed by the combined effect of the Greek sea, sun and the climatic conditions of the Greece.
Other notable tourist attractions on the outskirts of the city are Temple of Goddess Dimitra, Towers, Kouros among others. The city is also the home to some of the oldest churches of the world. The beaches provide a host of activities like swimming, wind surfing among others. Naxos can be best discovered by motor bike. You can have rental cars too. The beaches are an ideal location for camping. The city is so small that you can get around it in almost 30 minutes. On a clear sunny day you can have views of the spectacular sights of the islands of Paros and Donousa.
There are lot of restaurants too at Naxos where you relish over the local delicacies. Never forget to try the local loqour Kitro made of prepared of citrus leaves. At Naxos, you can visit the movie halls and there are lot of cultural activities held in summer like music festivals, theaters, weaving exhibition and sports among others.
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