b'CoastsNAXOS, GREECENaxos is the largest island in the popular Cyclades group in the Aegean Sea, southeast of mainland Greece. Considered one of the prettiest towns in the Cyclades, Chora/Hora, the islands main town, is a maze of narrow alleys on a hillside crowned by Kastro, the 13th-century Venetian castle at the top. Just before sunset, walk from the old town to the whitewashed chapel of Myrditiotissa, set on an islet off the quay, and on to the Portara of the Temple of Apollo, a large 6th-century BC doorway you can see from almost anywhere. Naxos is dotted with friendly eateries with outdoor tables and restaurants serving the freshest Greek staplesin fact, youre never too far from a harborside caf or terrace overlooking the sea. The western beaches of Naxos offer the perfect escape for everyone. For amenities like sunbeds and water sports, head to beaches like Plaka and Agios Prokopios, but if serenity is on the agenda, then Aliko and Mikrolimano are recommended. Inland, explore the islands wonderful mountains and countryside of olive groves, fruit trees, and farms. The verdant hillsides are pleasantly interrupted by the sight of frescoed Byzantine chapels, Hellenistic watchtowers, and charming agrarian villages.enchantingtravels.com/naxosPHOTO:OS: STAVROULA VOULGARAKI ON PEXELSNaxos, Greece14 \x1a BE ENCHANTED'