Visit Lighthouse Armenistis, Mykonos

The lighthouse or “Fanari” as locally known which translates to “Lantern” from Greek is standing like a sentinel over the Amenistis area and is a testimony to Mykonos’ maritime history. To reach the lighthouse we take the road from Agios Stefanos which offers the most spectacular views on the island just 6.5 km from Mykonos town. It was manufactured in 1891. The altitude of the tower is 19 meters and the height of the focal plane is 184 meters. The mechanism of the first lamp of “Armenistis” is exposed outside by the building of Aegean Naval Museum which is located in a traditional building of the 19th century, in the center of Mykonos, near place Three Wells (Tria Pigadia).

This place gives you a better view of the new port area of Mykonos and the beautiful scenery around it is breathtaking. It makes the neighboring island of Tinos look as if it is right next to you due to its strategic position. Visiting it gives you a good sense of the island’s fascinating history combined with its beauty.

The lighthouse, however, has not only has it been key in the maritime history of Mykonos and ensuring safe sea voyages in the waters around the island, but it is also a striking beauty on an incredible site that attracts photographers and visitors from all over the world.