Discover and fall in love with Milos
Milos (Adamas)
Discover the enchanting beauty of Milos,
a volcanic gem nestled in the Cyclades.
This island offers a breathtaking landscape
of multihued beaches, shaped by its volcanic past.
From the red and orange hues of Sarakiniko
to the turquoise waters of Kleftiko,
Milos is a feast for the eyes.
Step back in time as you explore its rich history,
with tales of pirates and early Christian catacombs.
Immerse yourself in the charming settlements of Klima,
Emborios, and Mandrakia,
where quaint buildings are carved into the cliffs.
And don’t forget to witness the spectacular sunsets from Plaka.
Milos is also the birthplace
of the renowned Venus de Milo statue,
now housed in the Louvre.
With its endless array of natural wonders
and rich cultural heritage, Milos stands out
as a unique and unforgettable destination
amongst the beautiful islands of Greece.
General Information:
Milos island geographically belongs to the Eastern Cyclades, along with Kimolos, Sifnos and Serifos. It is safe to say that it is one of the most original and unique Cycladic islands because of its exceptional landscape. Milos’ originality and incredible beauty are due to its volcanic origin, which has gifted the island with bright colors and rocks of impressive shapes.
The rare morphology of Milos, along with its mineral richness, creates dream-like combinations of spectacular rock formations and caves, mosaics of various textures and breath-taking colors that surprise and enchant everyone lucky enough to visit this island.
Milos has to offer more than 75 beaches of silver sand and limpid waters which can sometimes turn azure blue or emerald green. The most renowned of all has to be the lunar Sarakiniko beach.
In addition to its magnificent landscape and paradisiacal beaches, the island is also known for its rich history. It is the place where the world-famous statue of the Aphrodite of Milos (Venus de Milo) was found on the 8th of April 1820 by an inhabitant of Plaka. A French Consul bought the beautiful statue from the villager and gave it as a present to the King of France (Louis XVIII). Later, the sculpture was placed in the Louvre Museum in Paris.
Last but not least, the impressive sirmata are also among the island’s main attractions. Sirmata are traditional waterfront houses that functioned as fishermen’s warehouses; in particular, fishermen used to keep their wooden boats in there during the winter in order to protect them from rain, wind and other challenging weather conditions.
