NAS BEACH
Located 6km west of Armenistis, Nas is a place seemingly frozen
in time. It is situated at the union of the Chalares River and the Aegean
Sea, and was the site of one of Ikaria's earliest settlements. During the
6th century BC, the Icarians built in Nas a temple to the Goddess Artemis,
patroness of sailors & protector of wild animals and hunters. Only the temple's
foundation and retaining walls are visible today, but the natural beauty of
Nas remains as it was in classical antiquity. The beach is open to nudists
and non-nudists. Hiking up the riverbed will eventually bring you to a small waterfall and pool.
On the cliff above the beach there are a few peaceful tavernas and rooms for
rent with excellent views of the sea and the majestic Nas sunset. | 
