Yria: The sanctuary of the god Dionysus In the region of Hyria, we find the Sanctuary of Dionysus, which historians consider the precursor of the Parthenon. It is located a few minutes away from the village of Agios Arsenios and about 10 km from Chora.

Kouros and the Daughter of Melanes Two of the most characteristic statues-monuments not only of Naxos but of Greece, are the Kouros and the Daughter of Melanes located in the Flerio area, after the village of Myloi and before the village of Kynidaros, which is about 9 km from Chora

The temple of Demeter or otherwise the Sanctuary of Gyroula. The archaeological site is located in the village of Sagri, in the center of the island.

Kouros of Apollon is a landmark on the island. The impressive marble statue is estimated to have been created in the 6th century BC and its length exceeds 10 m. It is "lying" at the entrance of the ancient quarry of the area and impresses the visitors of the island with its volume.

Filoti: is located 18.3 km east of Naxos Town. It is the largest village of the island. It has a rich history, many important monuments and the wider area is suitable for those who love hiking, as there are many walking paths.

Apollonas: is located 54 km northeast of Chora. Its picturesque port, the statue of Kouros and the beach of the village are an occasion for an excursion to the northern part of Naxos.

Halki: is located 15 km east of Naxos Town. Its mansions, imposing towers and Byzantine churches testify that the village once experienced times of glory. Halki - otherwise known as Tragaia - used to be the capital of the island.

Koronos: is located 30km northeast of Naxos Town and has been characterized by National Geographic as one of the most beautiful villages of the Cyclades.

The tower of Oskelos is one of the few located relatively close to the sea. It stands out for its great height and strongly defensive character. In addition, it offers a very nice view towards Paros and Ios.
East of us ( 2.7 km – 7min)

Bazaios Tower: It was built in the 17th century and functioned as a monastery of the Holy Cross dedicated to Christ and is one of the most characteristic examples of post-Byzantine architecture. The monastery functioned until the 19th century. Its premises now host important cultural events during the summer.

Portara The island of Palaces and Portara are indisputably the imposing symbol of Naxos. It is built on the island of Palaces, or the island of Bacchus as it is called  otherwise and is located to the left of the port of Naxos.

Apiranthos: is located 32 km southwest of Chora. A characteristic feature of the village is the traditional architecture of the stone houses, the well-preserved churches and the four museums.

– Windsurfing activity – Kite surfing in Mikri Vigla.

– Glyfada Lagoon, a brackish wetland, chosen by many birds during their migratory journey.

– Alykos Cedar Forest : The area is 800 acres and is one of the 8 largest in Greece. Its trees have an average age of 200 to 300 years.

The festivals of Naxos
– December 6, of Agios Nikolaos in Kynidaros
– May 20, of Agios Thalalaios in the homonymous village< br>– Great Friday, of Panagia Argokoiliotissa in Koronos
– June 30, of the Holy Apostles in Melanes
– July 7, of Agia Kyriaki in Potamia
– July 8, of Agios Prokopios in the homonymous village
– July 14, Saint Nikodimos in Chora and Glinado
– July 26, Saint Paraskevi in ​​Kynidaros
– August 6, Saint Sotiros: Glinado, Damarionas, Kourounochori.
– August 15, Panagia : The party is set up all over Naxos... Filoti, Apeiranthos, Galini, Egares, Skado... In almost every village an endless celebration is set up with well-known local artists and bands, which promise nothing but fun and unforgettable August nights! They also celebrate two of the Monasteries of Naxos, Faneromeni and Agia (north-west of the island).
- August 17: Established in recent years, as the day for the great festival of the Philotite Association of Naxos in Filoti, which... continue the celebration of the Virgin Mary.
– August 23, the nine days of the Virgin Mary: Tripodes, Filoti, Apeiranthos.
– August 29, of Saint John: Apeiranthos, Apollonas, Agersani.
– September 8, of Theoskepastis, in Comedic and in Potamia

– September 8, of Panagia Drosiani, in the Monastery
– September 14, of the Holy Cross on the Tripods and in the Monastery

The paths of Naxos, from ancient times until the end of the 60s, were the main system of movement of the inhabitants from one village to another and from their own settlements.

Following these routes, hikers have the opportunity to admire the particularly beautiful and natural environment, while you are in touch with the history and culture of the island, meeting ancient ruins, medieval castles, monasteries, churches, fountains, mills, oil mills and more important elements that represent the life of the inhabitants.