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Kelsie Naugler
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"The most iconic landmark on the island of Naxos, The Portara is a huge marble gateway that is all that remains of the ancient Temple of Apollo. Constructed around 2,500 years ago, The temple was never fully completed and eventually fell into ruin. There are still remnants and foundations there today so visitors can easily imagine the size of the temple in its heyday. The Portara is the visual symbol of the island and is located on the small island of Palatia next to the busy port of Naxos. It is quite likely the first thing you will see if you arrive at the island by sea โ as many do. The marble stones used in its construction have a combined weight of 80 tons, making it a splendid example of ancient engineering skills. The island of Palatia is famous in Greek mythology as the spot where Princess Ariadne was left by Theseus after he killed the ferocious Minotaur. It is joined to the main island by a narrow path and is easily reached from Naxos Port. Check this place out during the sunset and you will be rewarded with some of the most magical views on the island. "
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Pedro Pereira
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"The Portara of Naxos (or the Great Door) is a massive marble doorway that stands proudly as the jewel of Naxos.
It lies close to the port, on the islet of Palatia.
In ancient times, a strip of land connected the northern side of Naxos port to the islet of Palatia. Today, the strip of land has been replaced by a causeway.
Myth has it that the islet of Palatia was exactly where Ariadne, the Minoan princess, was abandoned by her lover Theseus after he killed Minotaur on the island of Crete."
Danielle Potere
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"If you're wandering around Naxos old town you kind of can't miss the Temple of Apollo. Out on its own little island it is really an amazing site. We were lucky to have an incredible view of it from our airbnb and during sunset we saw TONS of people gathering there. We walked out there in the morning to explore it as well and you definitely shouldn't skip just taking a walk around in when you're on Naxos. "
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