Hotels near Mykonos Windmills (Kato Mili)

Kato Mili is the row of seven white round windmills sitting on the small hill above Little Venice, the most photographed line of buildings in the Cyclades. Built by the Venetians in the 16th century to mill wheat for the busy port that used to feed Constantinople, the windmills stayed in use until the early 20th century. Five remain whole, two are restored interiors. The hilltop is free to visit, with a 360-degree view that takes in the whole of Chora, the south coast and the Rinia and Delos islands offshore. Sunset is the obvious time, but mornings around 09:00 are nearly empty and the light hits the white walls beautifully.

Pro Tip: The lesser-known Boni Windmill 800 m east at the Agricultural Museum (3 EUR) actually still grinds flour in summer demonstrations - a quieter alternative.