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== History ==
== History ==
The inhabitants of Tripodes were once compelled to relocate due to threats from [[Aegean Sea]] pirates. Today, Tripodes is one of the most populous villages in Naxos, with a resident population exceeding 800. The village is characterized by its paved streets and windmills. Its economy benefits from the fertile plains of [[Plaka]], which support the cultivation of Naxos potatoes, vegetables, barley, and vines.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Vivlos (Tripodes) Village {{!}} Naxos and the Small Cyclades | date=25 March 2018 |url=https://www.naxos.gr/vivlos-tripodes-village/?lang=en}}</ref>
The inhabitants of Tripodes were once forced to relocate due to threats from [[Aegean Sea]] pirates. Today, Tripodes is one of the most populous villages in Naxos, with a resident population exceeding 800. The village is known for its paved streets and windmills. Its economy benefits from the fertile plains of [[Plaka]], which support the cultivation of Naxos potatoes, vegetables, barley, and vines.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Vivlos (Tripodes) Village {{!}} Naxos and the Small Cyclades | date=25 March 2018 |url=https://www.naxos.gr/vivlos-tripodes-village/?lang=en}}</ref>


== Places ==
== Places ==

Revision as of 17:36, 1 September 2024

Tripodes
Τρίποδες
Population
 • TotalMore than 800

Tripodes or Vivlos (Greek: Τρίποδες) is one of the largest villages located in southwestern Naxos. It is situated on the southwest beach road of the island, about 8 km from Chora and Plaka beach. The streets of the village are paved and narrow. The village has a population of over 800 permanent residents, making it one of the more populous villages in Naxos.[1]

History

The inhabitants of Tripodes were once forced to relocate due to threats from Aegean Sea pirates. Today, Tripodes is one of the most populous villages in Naxos, with a resident population exceeding 800. The village is known for its paved streets and windmills. Its economy benefits from the fertile plains of Plaka, which support the cultivation of Naxos potatoes, vegetables, barley, and vines.[1][2]

Places

  • Parish Church of Panagia Tripodiotissa,[2]
  • Several traditional windmills[2]
  • Plaka Tower (also known as ''Paleopyrgos'' or "Ariadne's Tower")[2]
  • Folkore Museum[2]

Festival

A major celebration in honor of Panagia (the Virgin Mary) takes place on August 23, attracting people from across the village.

References

  1. ^ a b "Tripodes (Vivlos) village - Naxos Greece".
  2. ^ a b c d e "Vivlos (Tripodes) Village | Naxos and the Small Cyclades". 25 March 2018.