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Explore Galanadhon in Greece
Galanadhon in the region of South Aegean is a town in Greece - some 112 mi or ( 180 km ) South-East of Athens , the country's capital city .
Current time in Galanadhon is now 04:56 PM (Sunday) . The local timezone is named " Europe/Athens " with a UTC offset of 2 hours. Depending on the availability of means of transportation, these more prominent locations might be interesting for you: Tinos, Fira, Skadhon, Moutsouna, and Melanes. Since you are here already, make sure to check out Tinos . We encountered some video on the web . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Where to go and what to see in Galanadhon ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Greek isles on a budget: Adventures of a Beach Bum—Anafi, Naxos, Syros
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Naxos Greece Old Town Walk
www.naxosguide.eu A walk to the old town of Naxos Island. Narrow, beautiful streets in the castle of Naxos. For more details about the Castle and all the sights visit the Naxos Greece Travel Guide at ..
Windsurfing at Naxos
Windsurfing on the Lagune near Naxos city ..
Naxos 01: The city of Naxos (Chora)
Impressions of the city of Naxos on the island Naxos Greece (Chora) ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Glynado
Glynado (Γλυνάδο) is a community on the island of Naxos, in the Cyclades, Greece. Its population averages at 509 (2001 census) but increases in the summer months. Glynado's inhabitants mainly subside of farming in the fertile plain below the village, known as Leivadia, but have also ventured into hospitality services given its picturesque location sprawled out on a hill top 8 kilometres from the Island's capital Chora. It belongs to the municipality of Naxos.
Located at 37.07 25.40 (Lat./Long.); Less than 2 km away
Naxos Island National Airport
Naxos Island National Airport is an airport in Naxos, Greece.
Located at 37.08 25.37 (Lat./Long.); Less than 4 km away
Naxos
Naxos is a Greek island, the largest island (429 km) in the Cyclades island group in the Aegean. It was the centre of archaic Cycladic culture. The island comprises the two municipalities of Naxos and Drymalia. The largest town and capital of the island is Chora or Naxos City, with 6,533 inhabitants (2001 census). The main villages are Filoti, Apiranthos, Vivlos, Agios Arsenios, Koronos and Glinado. Naxos is a popular tourist destination, with several easily accessible ruins.
Located at 37.08 25.47 (Lat./Long.); Less than 4 km away
Siege of Naxos (499 BC)
The Siege of Naxos (499 BC) was a failed attempt by the Milesian tyrant Aristagoras, operating with support from, and in the name of the Persian Empire of Darius the Great, to conquer the island of Naxos. It was the opening act of the Greco-Persian Wars, which would ultimately last for 50 years. Aristagoras had been approached by exiled Naxian aristocrats, who were seeking to return to their island.
Located at 37.08 25.47 (Lat./Long.); Less than 4 km away
Battle of Naxos
At the Battle of Naxos (376 BC) the new Athenian fleet of Chabrias decisively defeated the Spartans. This was the beginning of Athens's recovery of its Aegean hegemony following its loss in the Peloponnesian War. The victory was decided by Phocion's courageous and skillful action on the left wing. In western waters another great Athenian commander, Timotheus, won the battle of Alyzia against Sparta in 374 BC.
Located at 37.11 25.38 (Lat./Long.); Less than 4 km away
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