Naxos, Greece: 10 Amazing Things to Know Before Your First Visit

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3MOUNT ZEUS AND HIS CAVE

While it was important historically for its strategic position, Naxos also played a big part in Greek Mythology. According to legend, Zeus, the god of the sky called this island home! The story goes that Zeus came to Naxos to hide from his father Kronus.

He found shelter on the tallest mountain on the island in a massive cave. It was after that he was given his infamous lightning which made him the ruler of Olympus. The locals would then name the mountain and cave after him!