Naxos
Greece
Naxos, Greece’s Island of the Gods
Naxos is the largest island of the Cyclades island group, and although it is comparatively unknown relative to Greece's many other idylls, it is one of the most enchanting places for any visitor.
Despite flying somewhat under the radar, the...
Archaeology
Neanderthals Reached Greek Island of Naxos 200,000 Years Ago
Neanderthals and early humans are now believed to have inhabited Naxos 200,000 years ago, much earlier than previously thought.
Culture
Best Nude Beaches in Greece
Greece has too many nude beaches to count. This list of some of the best Greek nude beaches can be used to narrow down such a plethora of options!
Greece
Five of the Best Greek Islands for Windsurfing
Greece has over 200 islands for locals and travelers alike to explore. However, when it comes to water sports, and especially windsurfing, some Greek islands easily top the rest.
The sport of windsurfing has become increasingly popular in Greece and...
Greece
20 Greek Islands with a Different Feel for Every Traveler
There is a Greek island for everyone, whether you want endless sandy beaches, magical villages, turquoise waters, or any combination!
Greek News
Greek Islands Are Covered in Snow in Rare Weather Event
The Greek islands have been completely covered in snow since Sunday in a once-in-a-lifetime weather event. Locals say that the last time this amount of snow fell on the Cyclades was decades ago.
Syros, Naxos, Tinos, Andros, Mykonos, Santorini, and...
Greek News
Best Greek Islands for 2022: The Complete List
Famous and off-the-beaten-track Greek islands make the official list of the best for 2022 by leading Conde Nast Traveller magazine released earlier in December.
Conde Nast Traveller, published in London, is a luxury travel magazine aimed at the upmarket, independent...
Archaeology
The Mystery of the Sleeping Giant of Naxos, Greece
An ancient giant statue has been lying on its back for centuries on a hill on the scenic Greek island of Naxos.
Greece
Greek Seismologists Report Earthquake That Never Happened
Alerts went on on Thursday afternoon that an earthquake measuring five on the Richter scale had struck near the Greek island of Naxos.
According to the Greek Geodynamic Institute, which tracks seismic activity around the country, the quake had a...
Ancient Greece
The Secret of Naxos: Where Are the Marbles of the Portara?
The imposing ruins of the iconic Portara, or gate, still stand on the islet of Palatia, near Naxos. What remains of a temple dedicated to Apollo, which was built in the 6th-7th century BC and was never completed, stands...