Naxos, one of the most important centers of the Cycladic civilization, is the largest island of the Cyclades with endless coastline, an imposing inland with beautiful villages and farms and a strong traditional local gastronomy. Its rich history goes back to Prehistoric period.

A semi-mountainous island of small surface and deep blue waters, it is considered as one of the most important Cycladic centers, designated as a protected archaeological site.

A panoramic view of the Aegean from the castle of Schinoussa, a visit to the archaeological site near the beach of Tsigouri, a visit to Maniatis cave, the windmills, a dive in the crystal clear waters, spear fishing, bird watching of migratory species, are some of the things that you can enjoy.

What can a traveler do on this island of just 18 square kilometers? Meet some the 150 friendly inhabitants, see a Hellenistic period citadel, the Aghios Ioannis cave, a shipwreck, a place for orchid lovers, bird watch, snorkel in crystalline waters, eat seafood and listen to lots of pirate stories!

Here are three good reasons why mooring in Antiparos -besides of course the emerald waters, sandy beaches and local recipe ‘gouna’ fish- will be most memorable: a descent into the cave of Antiparos one of the oldest of Europe, the impressive archaeological remains of Despotiko island, and the archaeological site of Saliagos, the oldest known settlement in the Cyclades dating back to the Neolithic period.

Cosmopolitan atmosphere with both modern Greek cuisine and traditional restaurants, white washed houses, blue domed churches, a byzantine cobblestone trail, Cycladic blue waters, a paradise for wind and kite-surfers, the rocks of Kolibithres, the ‘valley of butterflies’, Panagia Ekatontapyliani church, wineries, ancient marble quarries: All this and more, is Paros.