Panagia Paraportiani Church in Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos Churches - The Panagia Paraportiani Church in Mykonos, Greece is an iconic destination for photographers from around the world. Situated at the entrance of the Kastro neighbourhood and overlooking the sea, this church is steeped in history. In fact, its name derives from the Greek term meaning "standing next to the entrance door," as it was originally built next to the castle door. What makes this church unique is that it is actually a complex of five small churches, one built on top of the other. At the centre of the complex is the Church of Agios Efstathios, which is surrounded by the churches of Agios Anargyros, Agios Sozon, and Agia Anastasia. At the top of this complex is the Church of the Virgin Mary, which appears dome-shaped. These five churches were not constructed at once but were gradually built over the centuries. The oldest of these is the Agios Anargyros church, which dates back to the late 14th century. The other churches were built in the 16th and 17th centuries, and renovations continued until 1920. Experience the wonder and beauty of the Panagia Paraportiani Church in Mykonos, Greece, and capture stunning photographs to treasure forever.
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