Agkidia is located within a small distance from the capital (Chora) of Naxos Island. It is a charming village built amphitheatrically with its benchmark being the white-washed church of Agios Charalambos which overlooks the valley of Livadia and the endless blue of the Aegean. Among the main employment of the inhabitants is viticulture and the village is famous for its fine quality of the wine. The journey from Agkida village to the capital of Naxos will be rewarding due to the beautiful nature and historical sites the area is dotted with. Here you will find scattered Venetian towers, the old Monastery of Frero, the ancient aqueduct of Ligdami and a plethora of others that indicate the use of Agkidia as a summer resort for the aristocrats of the area.
The Greek island Naxos is the largest island of the Greek Cyclades with the capital Chora, also called Naxos City. Naxos is not a small island so make sure you have some time to spend there. Being a rather large island, it would be useful to have your means of transportation. Naxos combines natural beauty with its crystalline sandy beaches, fertile valleys and dramatic mountainous beauty along with history and culture. All the above make it a popular destination for all travelers.
Each island in the Aegean has its own identity of unique wild beauty and rich cultural heritage. Some of these pristine islands are for the most part unexplored, such as Chios, Lesvos, Samos and Thasos, while others display a very vibrant day and nightlife and is where the heart of tourism beats, such as cosmopolitan Mykonos, Santorini with the most mesmerizing sunset, Rhodes with the biggest square in Europe and the Achillion palace of princess Sissy, and Paros and Ios with their whitewashed alleys and welcoming turquoise beaches.
Being among the top 20 tourist destinations worldwide, Greece is synonymous with 3 things: history and ancient civilization, amazing landscapes and top touristic destinations. Greece is so wealthy in culture and beauty that it never seems to be completely explored. Holidays in Greece is the ultimate experience all year round. It offers a great pallet of experiences; the warm sun, the crystal clear beaches, the dramatic nature, the rich culture and the renowned hospitality along with the unique culinary experience of the Mediterranean diet.
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