IN LOVE WITH ANTIQUITY
Duration: 6 hours
Type: Easy
Hotel Pick Up
TOUR POINTS:
Portara
The fairy tale gate
The myth regarding the temple speaks of a love triangle between Ariadne, Theseus and the god Dionysos. In reality the famous marble temple, left unfinished for political reasons, was a promising construction program of tyrant Lygdamis in order to give prominence to the wealth and vigor of the island.
Sangri
Cultural gate
The area of Sangri combines all eras from antiquity till today in a fertile landscape. What prevails is the temple dedicated to the goddess of agriculture, Demeter. It carries unique information about monumental ancient architecture as one can observe the forerunner of the Parthenon refinements on its marble structure.
Panagia Drosiani
Faith and devoutness
The paleochristian church of Panagia Drosiani, dating back to the 4th-6th centuries, is one of Naxos’s most revered and important churches and considered among the oldest in the Balkans. It is well- preserved through the decades and it’s adorned with exquisite wall paintings.
Apiranthos
Indomitable spirit
Situated in the mountainous part of Naxos, Apiranthos allures with its authenticity. Among the astonishing views, the marble paved alleys, the imposing towers, the stone build houses, the small museums and the well-maintained traces of the past, Apiranthos is prominent for its fine textures, cultural heritage and unique traditions.
Melanes
Ancient echoes
In the fertile valley of Flerio, the serene landscape blends with the remnants of antiquity. The ancient marble quarry bequeathed to us the 6th-century BC Kouros statue and the ancient craftsmanship an 11km aqueduct.