The Temple is also known as Portara (or the Great Door) and is situated on the small islet of Palatia just off Grotta Beach.
This huge marble gate is a must see and it is around a four minute walk from the town via a paved footpath.
It is the single remaining part of an unfinished temple of Apollo of 530 BC.
The construction was initiated by the tyrant Lygdamis in 6th century BC, according to the specifications of the temples of Olympic Zeus in Athens and of the goddess Hera on Samos.
However, when war broke out between Naxos and Samos, the work stopped abruptly and today all that remains of the temple is the Portara.
This is a must see for the historian amongst us.
It is picture perfect, great for that Instagram post. This is the jewel of Naxos and the best time to visit is at sunset.
The Portara of Naxos is located in Chora, just a 4 minute walk away from the central bus station and 10 minutes from a parking lot.
Wherever you are in Naxos, your eyes cannot possibly miss the Portara.
One of the lesser known regions of Greece, Eastern Macedonia and Thrace has many attractions that make it an appealing destination for a holiday.
