Abram Beach at --
Exploring Naxos Sailing Holidays area
As we are crossing the northwestern side of the island, the road runs along the top of steep cliffs, which are indented with inlets with attractive beaches. The most well known, easily accessible and popular is the Abram Bay. You will find a lovely tavern there, with an exquisite view of the bay and excellent food and wine. There are also a few rooms to rent, most of which have this wonderful view. The area is an ideal spot for those who wish to enjoy a quiet holiday.
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Bavaria 34 Cruiser Economy
It is located in the town of Naxos and has more than 30 horses and ponies. It is opened every day during the summer and offers two rides daily including evening sunset riding.
The marina is fairly new, starting its operation in 2002. The marina is operated by the local municipality and an attendant is occasionally on hand (2005) to help visitors moor.
This route leads to the highest mountain of all the Cycladic islands, Zas Mountain. Legend says that Zas has taken its name from the ancient God Zeus, who lived in the cave of Zas located on the western side of the mountain.
The Geological Museum of Naxos is located in Apeiranthos, a beautiful village 30 km away from Hora. It was founded in 1964 and operated for only 4 years.
The Castle of Chora of Naxos was built in 1207 by the Venetians, and is the most renowned medieval monument of Naxos. In the castle there are many medieval buildings, such as the boarding school of Ursulines and the School of Commerce.
This sandy beach is the closest to the capital and for that it is one of the most popular and crowded beach of the island. It is very long, extending for many kilometres and is full organized, proposing sun beds and umbrellas for rent as well as various water sports facilities.
Located at 5 kilometres away from the capital, Agios Prokopios is one of the most popular beaches of Naxos and considered as one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. The long golden sandy beach extends over 1, 5 kilometres and has beautiful crystalline waters, protected from the strong winds frequently blowing on the island.
The old small settlement of Apollon has undergone tourist developments in recent years. The kouros and the crystal-clear waters are the main attractions.
The beach of Lionas is situated in front of the homonymous scenic village, at a distance of 38 kilometers northeastern to the town of Naxos (Chora), at the northeastern coast of the island. Only a few facilities for accommodation are available in the village, but, once here, you will enjoy very much the calm beach with the deep crystal clear sea.
Moutsouna is located at the eastern side of Naxos and it is the only natural port of the island, used mainly by the settlement of Apiranthos for exporting emery mined from the around areas. On your way from Apiranthos to Moutsouna you will see the old rail "air way", through which emery was transported from the mines to port's ladder in order to be loaded on the boats.
Psili Ammos is situated at the east side of Naxos, between Moutsouna and Panormos. Setting from Moutsouna to Panormos you will meet Kanaki, a small village, where you will find a small sign directing you to Psili Ammos.
The incredibly beautiful beach resort of Mikri Vigla is located 18 kilometres away from the capital and consists in two wonderful sandy beaches separated by an impressive hill. The northern beach of Mikri Vigla is wonderful, with soft golden sand and crystalline turquoise waters and is blessed by the meltemi (north winds specific to the Cyclades) which make it an ideal place for wind/kitesurfing.
Plaka is like a continuation of the beach of Agia Anna and is one of the most beautiful beaches of the island. It is a calm and endless sandy beach with, in some parts, big flat stones and amazing crystal-clear waters.
This desolate beach is one of the few between Naxos and Apollon. There is plenty of debris from the sea and little in the way of development.