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The Statue That Has Been Lying on Greek Soil for 15 Centuries

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The Statue That Has Been Lying on Greek Soil for 15 Centuries

Naxos, the largest and arguably most multifaceted island of the Cyclades, is a place where authentic Aegean beauty meets simple island life and a rich, layered history. Set against the boundless blue of the Aegean Sea, the island unveils to its visitors a vibrant mosaic of natural landscapes and cultural experiences. From endless sandy beaches and turquoise waters to mountainous traditional villages, fertile valleys, and imposing Venetian towers…Read Article

Portara: The Massive Marble Doorway Standing Proudly on Greece's Naxos

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The Portara, the lintel of Lygdamis’ Temple of Apollo at Naxos. Credit: Greek Reporter The imposing ruins of the Portara, or gate, still stand on the islet of Palatia on Naxos. What remains of a temple dedicated to Apollo, which was built in the 6th to 7th century BC and was never completed, stands behind it today in mute beauty. According to Greek mythology, the god Theseus left Ariadne, whom he had abducted from Crete earlier after he had kill…Naxos, Greece · Naxos Read Article

The Kouros of Apollo: An Ancient Giant Watching Over Naxos for Centuries

For centuries, a colossal ancient statue has rested on a hillside on the Greek island of Naxos — a silent testament to the island’s rich history and artistic legacy. By RAndrei shutterstock A Marble Giant from the Past By Nataliia Budianska shutterstock Known as the Kouros of Apollo—and sometimes referred to as the Colossus of Dionysus—this unfinished statue stands at an impressive 10.7 meters (around 35 feet) tall and weighs approximately 80 …Archaeology · Naxos Read Article

I left everything for a Greek island

In an interview with Die Zeit, a German woman recounts her expatriation on the Greek island of Naxos, where she built a new life, alone and independent.Naxos, Greece · Naxos See the Story

Top 20 Must-See Archaeological Sites on Cyclades in Greece

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The Temple of Demeter on Naxos was built nearly a century earlier than the Parthenon. Credit: Visit Greece. The Cyclades are a treasure trove of archaeological sites, offering a glimpse into the rich history of the Aegean. The millions of tourists who will visit the Cyclades this summer have the opportunity to marvel at some of the most important sites that shaped ancient Greek civilization. The name Cyclades refers to the archipelago forming a …Naxos, Greece · Naxos See the Story

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