From end to end in Greece, you will see that ancient Greek history has left its mark everywhere.

There are important sights and monuments on the mainland and on the islands of Greece. Every time you take a leisure trip to a part of Greece, you can take an imaginary trip into its history this way.

Some places in our country are even more famous for the remains left by ancient Greek art and history. Naxos is one of them. An island that is one of those we would comfortably visit in winter. To get into the rhythm of the locals and experience them at a quieter pace. To eat local delicacies in a small shop and talk about stories from the past. That's a special attraction then.

Let's start by talking about the island in general, in terms of what it has to show you as history. The truth is that Naxos is very famous for its history and its monuments of great value. One of these monuments and at the same time attractions is one that has been lying on the ground for centuries. It is at the same time one of the most unique and important archeological finds of Naxos and at the same time of all Greece. The reason for the Kouros of Apollo.

The Kouros of Apollo is an impressive, huge and half-finished male statue. It lies on the ground, in the seaside village of Apollo. It has been in this position for centuries, as it has never been removed from it. The statue of Kouros, unique in its kind in Greece, has a height of 10.45 meters and attracts the eyes of visitors and those who see photos of it. This is something Naxos can be proud of.

According to scholars, this particular Kouros of Apollo is believed to have been built in the early 6th century BC. It is believed to have been built in the 6th century BC. It is also considered to represent the god Dionysus or the god Apollo. Both gods were worshipped in Naxos and experts disagree on who it represents. The truth is that for anyone who has made up their mind, he is one of the most impressive ancient finds in the country. And not just because of its size, but because of the way it is seen, lying on the ground. It looks like the day before, the craftsman who carved it left his work in the middle before he could finish it.

Naxos is a destination for all seasons with attractions that will fascinate you!