Filoti
Φιλότι
The largest mountain village on Naxos, at the foot of Mount Zas. Its café and taverna under the plane trees on the square are the starting point for climbing Mount Zas.
Filoti lies on the northern slope of Mount Zas and is the most populous mountain village on Naxos. White houses are stacked up the hillside. The central square has ancient plane trees and cafés, and traditional tavernas serve goat, grilled meat and local cheese. The church of Panagia Filotitissa has an elegant marble bell tower. Filoti is one of the main starting points for climbing Mount Zas, and nearby attractions include Bazeos Tower. It is about 19 km from Chora and is served by bus.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Halki & Vallindras Kitron Distillery
- Mount Zas & Cave of Zeus
- Panagia Drosiani
- Apeiranthos
- Bazeos Tower
- Kouros of Flerio
- Chimarros Tower
- Temple of Demeter (Gyroulas)