Naxos Greece is the largest and most fertile island in the Cyclades. This Aegean island is been continuously inhabited since 4000 BC, and was the center of the ancient Cycladic culture. Arriving in Naxos Island by ferry, visitors are greeted by the Portara, a huge stone, sculptural doorway built around 522 BC as an entrance to the temple of Apollo. Many ruins - temples, castles, monasteries - of archaeological interest are found on Naxos Island.
The capital and largest city on this quiet island is Hora, but also known as Naxos City in Greece. It is home to about 7,000 people. The whole island has a population of around 16000.
Although Naxos Island's main industry is agriculture, tourism has become important in recent years. The easily accessible ruins and many beaches have made Naxos Greece popular.
The beaches on Naxos Greece, are noted for their natural beauty and white sands, are scattered around the island. This Greek island offers prime windsurfing.As mentioned, Naxos Island has very fertile island. Mount Zas, named for the god Zeus the highest peak on Naxos Greece and in all the Cyclade Islands, traps clouds permitting greater rainfall on this island. There is a good supply of water in this otherwise dry region. Zeus as god of the sky was also king of the other Olympian gods. There are two routes to the top of this mountain. The Agia Marina route, which is the easiest and is also well maintained, with signs making it easier for visitors to reach the pot of the mountain. Agia Spring the second route is a harder route as it is steeper, for those who want a challenge.
Among the crops, visitors will discover rich vineyards and find the resulting wines of excellent quality. However, Naxos Island also known for its Kitron. Kitron is liquor made on the island from a citrus-type fruit that can be compared to lemons. Raki another alcoholic drink similar to the Italian grappa is also produced on Naxos island. In the winter it is served hot mixed with honey, and goes by the name of Rakomelo. Raki is made from the pieces of grapes including the stems and seeds that were pressed for making wine.
Exploring Naxos Island, visitors will come upon small mountain villages nestled in the mountain slope. Tourists have learned to appreciate the naturally cool climate and revel in the unsurpassed local Greek island cuisine.
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Naxos Greece the Largest and most Fertile Island in the Cyclsdes.