Temple of Demeter

The Temple of Demeter on Naxos is a classical Greek temple built in the 6th century BC, dedicated to the goddess of agriculture and fertility. Constructed from local Naxian marble, it follows a prostyle tetrastyle plan with four columns across the front. The temple was later converted into a Christian church, which helped preserve its structure. Excavations in the 20th century restored much of the original form, including the foundations, stylobate, and several standing columns. The site offers a clear view of the temple’s proportions and the surrounding agricultural landscape, reflecting the island’s ancient religious and rural life. The temple is located near the village of Sangri, about 10 kilometres from Naxos Town.