Webcam Naxos. Seaport
Located on the Greek island of the same name, the city of Naxos is part of the nome of the Cyclades. It was founded in the 6th century BC. In 1537 he took over the Turks. In 1829, Naxos belonged to Greece. The city is notable for its ancient arch which rises on the hill. It is part of the temple of Apollo. The structure, which began to be built in the 6th century and remained unfinished. In the Middle Ages, the walls of the temple were dismantled by the Byzantines and then the Venetians. The conquerors used the building material to build their castles.
Naxos, like the rest of the island, is the agricultural center of the islands of the nome of Cyclades. Fertile soils produce rich harvests. The white sands and calm waters attract many tourists. Modern Naxos is rich in historical sites from different periods.
On a hill rises a Venetian fortress with loopholes and surviving towers. Byzantine churches adorn the streets. There are archaeological sites from the Mycenaean period on the outskirts of the city.
In the archaeological museum rare finds of antiquity are on display. There are numerous bars and restaurants with excellent traditional cuisine in the central part of the city. The city market is famous for the abundance of various goods. Among the huge selection of jewelry everyone can find a piece they need.
