Naxos

Out of all the islands that make up Greece’s Cyclades, Naxos is the biggest and also one of the most beautiful. Fantastic beaches and impressive ancient ruins may be found on this island, just like they are on the majority of Greek islands. Hora, the major town, is a great place to visit and explore its steep cobblestone alleys and fortified Venetian houses. However, not all of the past is preserved in ruins.

Naxos is home to the 1,004-meter-tall Mt. Zeus, which is also referred to as Mt. Zas. This mountain is located well away from the beautiful beaches that border the shoreline. Charming towns and verdant fields of local products surround the tallest mountain in the Cyclades, which is located in the middle of the island. You will find what you are searching for at Naxos if you are seeking for a reasonably calm escape that nevertheless possesses all of the beauties that the Greek islands are famous for.

Under the hilltop kastro and fortified Venetian villas that are a witness to three centuries of Venetian dominance, the main town of Hora is characterized by a breathtaking shoreline and a network of steep lanes that are paved with cobblestones. However, this does not need you to drive very far in order to discover secluded beaches, picturesque mountain villages, historical attractions, and marble quarries.

During the time period of Classical Greece and Byzantium, Naxos served as a cultural hub. Additionally, Venetian and Frankish influences made their imprint on the island. Compared to the majority of the other Cyclades islands, Naxos is more fruitful and green due to the fact that its high mountains are responsible for the formation of rain clouds. It is responsible for the production of olives, grapes, figs, citrus fruit, corn, and potatoes. Located at an elevation of 1004 meters, Mount Zeus, often referred to as Mount Zas, is the tallest peak in the Cyclades. It serves as the focal point of the mountainous interior of the island, where you will discover picturesque towns such as Halki and Apiranthos.