Hotel Maroulis Naxos Naxos Chora, Naxos Chora, 84300, Greece - see map

Naxos is the largest and most populous island of the Cyclades group in the Aegean Sea. The island is about 10 miles (16 km) wide and 30 miles (48 km) long, and its coastline is indented with bays and inlets. The island's highest point is Mount Zeus (also known as Zas), at 4,033 feet (1,222 metres) above sea level. The island of Naxos is famous for its numerous beaches, which are some of the best in the Cyclades. The most popular beach is the long sandy beach of Plaka, which is situated in the bay of Naxos and is only a few minutes' walk from the centre of the island's capital, Chora. Other popular beaches include the beaches of Agios Georgios, Agios Prokopios, and Orkos, which are all situated on the island's south coast. The island of Naxos is also famous for its numerous archaeological sites, which include the ruins of the ancient city of Naxos, the Temple of Demeter, and the site of the ancient port of Apollonia. The island is also home to the Byzantine Museum, which houses a collection of Byzantine artefacts, and the Archaeological Museum, which contains a collection of artefacts from the island's prehistoric and classical periods. The island of Naxos is served by the port of Naxos, which is located in the town of Naxos. The port is a busy hub for ferry services to the other islands of the Cyclades, as well as to the mainland of Greece. The island is also served by the airport of Naxos, which is located in the town of Naxos.