Kouros Melanes Fleriou Naxos, EditorialJef Wodniack / Shutterstock.com

Kouros of Melanes

Kouros of Melanes, also known as Kouros of Flerio, is a significant archaeological site which features several unfinished marble statues of ancient Greek male youths, known as Kouros.  The statues date back to the 6th century BC and provide insight into the early stages of Greek sculpture. The Kouros of Melanes statues are unique in […]

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Temple of Demeter

The Temple of Demeter is a well-preserved ancient Greek temple located in Naxos, Greece. Built in the 6th century BC, the temple was dedicated to Demeter, the goddess of agriculture and fertility.  The temple’s location near a fertile plain and a river is said to represent the connection between Demeter and the agricultural prosperity of […]

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