Panagia Paraportianimykonos
The White Sculpture Church

Overview
A unique architectural marvel consisting of five small churches built on top of each other, finished in a blinding white lime plaster.
What To Expect?
A church that looks like a melting white candle or a piece of modern sculpture. It is the most famous of the 400+ churches on the island. The asymmetry of the building makes it look different from every angle. It sits right by the sea in the Kastro district, providing a stunning contrast against the blue water.
Tips
- The church is often locked, but the main attraction is its stunning asymmetrical exterior.
Exploring Panagia Paraportiani
Five-in-One
The structure was built between the 14th and 17th centuries. It comprises four ground-floor churches (Agios Efstathios, Agioi Anargyroi, Agios Sozon, and Agia Anastasia) and the fifth one built above them.
The name 'Paraportiani' means 'standing next to the entrance gate', as it was built next to the old side gate of the castle.
How to reach Panagia Paraportiani
Located in the Kastro neighborhood of Chora town, near the old port.
Tips for Visiting Panagia Paraportiani, mykonos
- The church is often locked, but the main attraction is its stunning asymmetrical exterior.



















































