Chimarros Tower
Πύργος Χειμάρρου
A round marble tower from the Hellenistic period in the wild southeastern hills of the island, about 15 metres high. It is one of the best-preserved ancient towers in the Cyclades.
Chimarros Tower stands in a remote valley in the southeast of Naxos. Built in the late 4th century BC during the Hellenistic period, it is a round lookout tower made of marble. It still stands about 15 metres high, and it originally had multiple wooden floors and a spiral staircase inside. It was used to guard the surrounding farmland, pastures and mining areas. The tower is protected by a fence, so visitors can generally only see it from the outside. The approach involves a dirt road and a long drive, so it suits history enthusiasts and drivers touring the island.
Opening hours
Exterior visible all day
Nearby sights
- Mount Zas & Cave of Zeus
- Filoti
- Apeiranthos
- Halki & Vallindras Kitron Distillery
- Bazeos Tower
- Panagia Drosiani
- Temple of Demeter (Gyroulas)
- Koufonisia (Small Cyclades)