The lighthouse or “Fanari” as locally known, which translates to “Lantern” from Greek, is standing like a sentinel over the Armenistis area and is a testimony to Mykonos’ maritime history. Built in 1891, this 19-meter tower reaches a focal plane of 184 metres. 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. The mechanism of the first lamp of “Armenistis” is exposed at the Aegean Naval Museum, housed in a 19th-century building in central Mykonos, near 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 breath taking. It makes the neighbouring island of Tinos to look as if it is right next to you due to its strategic position. Visiting it gives you a good sense of the islands’ fascinating history combined with beauty.

The lighthouse, however, has not only been key in the maritime history of Mykonos, ensuring safe sea voyages in the waters around the island. It is also a striking beauty on an incredible site that attracts photographers and visitors from all over the world. It is one of the best places on the island to go and take in the sunset, offering an endless image of sea and sky, unfolded in a stunning blaze of colour before your eyes. So, if you are looking for spots to photograph, places to watch the sunset with a loved one, somewhere to take in sea views and breathe in salty air, somewhere remote and lovely, then you need look no further than Armenistis Lighthouse.