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Hora (Mykonos)

Hora (also known as Mykonos), the island’s well-preserved port and capital, is a warren of narrow lanes and whitewashed buildings overlooked by the town’s famous windmills. In the heart of the medieval maze – which was intentionally designed to be confusing so as to baffle raiders – tiny flower-bedecked churches jostle with glossy boutiques, and there’s a cascade of bougainvillea around every corner.

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    Panagia Paraportiani

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Built between the 15th and 17th centuries, Mykonos’ most famous church comprises four small chapels – plus another on an upper storey reached by an…

  • Archaeological Museum of Mykonos

    Archaeological Museum of Mykonos

    Hora (Mykonos)

    A headless, almost limbless 2nd-century BC statue of Hercules in Parian marble is the highlight of this small, well-presented collection. Otherwise it's…

  • Megali Ammos

    Megali Ammos

    Hora (Mykonos)

    The best beach within easy walking distance of the centre of town, Megali Ammos has a couple of upmarket resorts and an excellent taverna right on the…

  • Windmills

    Windmills

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Constructed in the 16th century by the Venetians for the milling of wheat, seven of Mykonos' iconic windmills are picturesquely situated on a small hill…

  • Rarity Gallery

    Rarity Gallery

    Hora (Mykonos)

    This excellent little gallery is well worth a peek for its temporary exhibitions that showcase contemporary paintings, sculpture and photography.

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    Little Venice

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Leaning right over the water, this picturesque cluster of arcaded Venetian houses hides numerous bars, boutiques and clubs.

  • Aegean Maritime Museum

    Aegean Maritime Museum

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Amid the barnacle-encrusted amphorae, ye olde nautical maps and navigation instruments, there are numerous detailed models of famous sailing ships and…

  • Mykonos Folklore Museum

    Mykonos Folklore Museum

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Housed in an 18th-century sea captain’s house, this moderately interesting museum features a large collection of furnishings and other artefacts,…

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