Church of Paraportiani

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8 / 10

4 expert reviews

“The sloping, whitewashed conglomeration of four chapels, mixing Byzantine and vernacular idioms, looks fantastic. ”

– Fodor's

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Mykonos' most famous church is the Panagia Paraportiani. It is actually five small churches amalgamated, in classical Byzantine style, into one asymmetrical entity." Full review
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Visitors should avoid entering during services, unless for genuine worship rather than sightseeing.
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"This famous whitewashed church was begun in 1475 but wasn't actually finished until the 17th century." Full review
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Our Lady of the Side Gate" is a working sacred space so avoid entering to take pictures when services are being held.
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
3.0
"From its main entrance, you'll have spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea." Full review