Milos / Cycladic Islands
Located amidst the Aegean Sea, part of the Cycladic island complex, Milos is a hidden germ waiting to be discovered. The contrasts of Milos are an ‘assault to the senses’: The coloured rock formations from Milos’ spectacular geological past seem at times to be out-of-this-world, while the whiteness of the houses reflecting the summer sun is near-blinding! Milos’ grounds have given the world the Venus of Milos, the classic statue that is today on display in the Louvre museum. The rocky bays have been harbouring pirates that have for centuries looted the Mediterranean, and although this is a time long gone, the remains of their presence are still visible in the medieval castle with its panoramic views well beyond the Adamantas bay, across the infinite blue seas. Milos is still a witness of the ways the island population made end’s meet in the not too distant past: the fishermen dwellings, the ‘syrmata’, carved into the stone, provided shelter to the boats from the strong winds that frequently swipe the shores, contributing to the rough and dry terrain of much of the island.
Milos is best reached by ferry services from the port of Piraeus. Depending on the vessel the journey takes between less than three hours and up to six hours. Milos is also served by scheduled domestic flights from Athens International Airport with a duration of about 25 minutes.
Useful links: Milos airport, Port Authority of Milos
Our tips: Day cruise to Kleftiko beach, Eat meze by the water in Embourios, Visit the sea cave of Papafragas