The Sanctuary of the Ancient Gods Demeter and Apollo

In the 8th century BC, south of Sangri village, a new custom was born: an outdoor worship the deities of nature. In the late 6th century a marble temple dedicated to Apollo, Demeter and the Daughter was built on this location.

Because of the worship of these chthonic deities associated with fertility and the growth of vegetation, the sanctuary was established in the heart of a region with soil rich in minerals, particularly suitable for agricultural use. The marble temple represents one of the most important steps in the evolution of Greek architecture.

During the Early Christian period (5th-6th century AD), the ancient temple was converted into a basilica. In the 8th century AD the place was abandoned and various workshops for the production of oil, wine and pottery were developed in the area instead.

Further information you will find here: Website of the Municipality of Naxos and Small Cyclades.

How to get there:

• By car. You can park on the public road.
• By bus. KTEL buses of Naxos go to the neighboring village Sangri.
• The museum is accessible to people with special needs.

Open hours:

• The archaeological site is open to the public all day.
• The museum is open daily (except Mondays) from 08:30 to 15:00.

Tickets

• Free admission.