NAXOS USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Naxos Council: 22850 22717 22850 22717
Drymalia Council: 22850 32647 22850 32647
Naxos Port Authority : 22850 22300 22850 22300
Naxos Health Centre: 22850 23333 22850 23333 / 23550
Naxos Radio Taxi: 22850 24331 22850 24331
Naxos Taxi Rank: 22850 22444 22850 22444
Naxos Hora Police Station: 22850 22100 22850 22100
Naxos Filoti Police Station: 22850 31224 22850 31224
Naxos Komiaki Police Station: 22850 52247
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In the heart of the Aegean, Naxos is an island with a long history and strong presence in the creation of Greek civilisation. Naxos was inhabited from pre-historic times. Zeus, father of the Gods of Ancient Greeks, was born in Crete but was raised on Naxos and gave his name to its highest mountain, Za (1004m). Dionysus, God of wine, was involved with Ariadne, goddess of fertility on the island. Their union provided the island with fertile land and flourishing vines.
Tourism on Naxos is developing rapidly. Apart from tourism, the locals also occupy themselves with farming, stock breeding, marble quarrying and commerce. Naxos has the cosmopolitan feel of a modern tourist resort but at the same time, it preserves its traditional colour and culture. There are endless sandy beaches with clear water and many cedar trees along the length of the south and southwest coast and also the north of Naxos, screening beautiful landscape. Lovers of windsurfing will find the island offers ideal conditions in which to practice their sport, especially with the breeze (meltemi) blowing during the summer months. For cycling enthusiasts, Naxos offers inspiring routes. For hikers, nature lovers and those who have a passion for exploring, Naxos is a real paradise with dozens of paths criss-crossing the island. If you have an interest in local life, a visit to the villages is a must where the visitor is treated as an honoured guest. History lovers will be impressed by the wealth of monuments on Naxos. Never has such a concentration of significant monuments from so many different ages been gathered together in such a small area. But for many, holidays are synonymous with night life and there are many choices as Hora, during the summer, does not sleep!
Hora is the capital of Naxos, the administrative centre and the port of the island. It offers all modern facilities, summer and winter. The town's past can be seen in the many monuments in Hora, such as Portara, the archaeological site of Grotta and the Venetian castle. In Hora' one can also visit the Naxos Archaeological Musem. On summer days, a favourite beach is that of Ai Yiorgi (a long beach on the southern side of Hora). However, many will prefer the beach in Grotta, on the northern side of Hora, close to the harbour. In the market in Hora, you will find local crafts, clothes and jewellery. In the dozens of restaurants and snack bars you can taste Greek and local delicacies. As for evening entertainment, there are places for every age and preference.
Hora is connected to all the villages and beaches with frequent public transport.
Places to Visit in Hora
The first view one can see on landing on the island is Portara, which is a ruined temple devoted to the God Apollon. Its construction began in the 6th century BC during the domination of the tyrant Ligdami, but it was never completed.
From Portara, one of the major attractions of the Cyclades, one can see magical sunsets or gaze at the scattering of surrounding Cycladic islands.
The castle, in the heart of Hora, belongs to the Venetian times (1204 - 1537). It has kept its original form and has been inhabited ever since. A walk to the Acropoli of the island will enchant the visitor whilst the view will remain unforgettable.
The Archaeological Museum of the Venetian Castle.
The Monastery of Agio Hryssostomo, which was built at the beginning of the 17th century.
The "Theologaki", a chapel with a cave, close to Agio Hryssostomo.
The Cathedral, which is situated close to the harbour.
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