The windmills are the most famous and iconic place of Mykonos in Greece The windmills were originally built by the Venetians in the 16th century to grind grain, as Mykonos was an important stopover on the trade routes in the Aegean Sea. At their peak, there were around 16 to 20 windmills on the island, but today only seven of them remain. The design of the windmills is unique, with a circular shape and white-washed exteriors that blend harmoniously with the surrounding architecture of the island. They feature pointed wooden roofs and small windows, allowing the wind to…
