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The Archaeological Museum of Apeiranthos is a small museum housed in a traditional stone building in the mountain village of Apeiranthos, one of the oldest settlements on Naxos. The collection includes Early Cycladic figurines, pottery, and tools discovered in the surrounding region, offering insight into the area's habitation stretching back over 5,000 years. The museum is one of four small museums in Apeiranthos, alongside geological, folklore, and visual arts collections.
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Olive Mill Tasting & Cafe Kaloxilos
Ergostasio in Kaloxylos is the old olive press of Markos Vallindras; the site traces it to a hand press set up in 1880. Visitors are shown how olive oil was made there a century ago, and the building also holds a historic electricity generator.
Eggares Olive Oil Museum
The Eggares Olive Oil Museum is located in the village of Eggares, about 7 km from Naxos Town. Housed in a restored traditional olive press, the museum showcases the history of olive oil production on Naxos, with original stone mills, wooden presses, and tools dating back centuries. Visitors can learn about traditional pressing techniques and sample local olive oil products.
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Back to the Roots Naxos
Back to the Roots offers hikes and farm visits on Naxos, including an old olive grove and time with their donkeys. They also run seasonal events around local work and outdoor life.