Archaeological sites in Naxos Island

Ancient Archaeological Sites

Naxos's archaeological landscape spans from the Early Cycladic period to the Venetian era. This collection features the iconic Portara, the colossal unfinished Kouros statues of Flerio, and the 6th-century BC Temple of Demeter at Sangri. Explore the sophisticated Archaic aqueduct system, Hellenistic defensive structures like Pyrgos Kheimarrou, and the medieval fortifications of Apalirou and Apano Kastro. These sites reveal the island's long history as a center for marble quarrying, advanced engineering, and maritime power.

Ancient Archaeological Sites — Map

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A

Portara

The ruins of the ancient temple situated on a tiny islet connected by a narrow walkway to the shore are especially beautiful during sunsets.

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B

Kouros of Faranghi

An unfinished 6th-century BC marble statue of a youth, measuring approximately 5.5 meters, abandoned in an ancient quarry near Melanes.

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C

Temple of Sangri

The Temple of Sangri is a Late Archaic Greek temple on the Cycladic island of Naxos in the area of Gyroulas, about 1.5 km south of Ano…

D

Mycenaean Tomb

A rare Cycladic example of a late Mycenaean tholos (beehive) tomb, located near the village of Komiaki.

E

Tunnel Exit of Ancient Aqueduct of Flerio

The western opening of a 6th-century BC hydraulic engineering project designed to supply the ancient city of Naxos with spring water.

F

Ancient Aqueduct

Preserved sections of the 11-kilometer-long stone-built water supply system dating to the Archaic period.

G

Ancient Aqueduct

Accessible remains of the 6th-century BC clay and stone pipeline that transported water from the Flerio springs.

H

Korphari ton Amygdalion

Ruins of a fortified Early Cycladic settlement on a hill overlooking Panormos, dating back to approximately 2500 BC.

I

Kouros of Flerio

A 6.4-meter-long unfinished marble Kouros from the 6th century BC, resting in the ancient quarry where it was carved.

J

Pyrgos Kheimarrou

A well-preserved 15-meter-tall Hellenistic defensive tower constructed from local marble during the 4th century BC.

K

Bazeos Tower

The recently restored tower is one of the dominants of Naxos island. Well worth visiting, if you are on the island.

L

apano kastro

A medieval fortress built on a rocky hill, incorporating Byzantine and Venetian defensive architecture with views of the Tragea valley.

M

Tower of Sanoudos

A 13th-century Venetian tower located within the Kastro of Naxos Town, originally part of the ducal palace complex.

N

Tower of Ayia

A 17th-century fortified tower and residence on the northern coast, formerly owned by the noble Kokkos family.

O

apalirou castle

The ruins of a significant Byzantine fortress that served as the island's capital until the Venetian occupation in 1207.

P

Agiassos Tower

Remnants of a medieval defensive tower situated near the coast to monitor for pirate activity.

Q

Hotel Ruins Alyko

The concrete remains of an abandoned 1960s hotel development, now used as a canvas for large-scale street art murals.

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