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Panagia Drosiani is one of the oldest continuously functioning Christian churches in Europe, located near the village of Moni in the Naxos interior. The church dates from the early Byzantine period, with parts of the structure believed to originate from the 4th to 6th century AD. Its interior contains rare wall paintings from the 7th century, among the oldest surviving frescoes in Greece. The church's name, meaning "Our Lady of Freshness," refers to a nearby spring.
On the island
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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.