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Kimolos Architecture: About the architecture of Kimolos Greece, Cyclades
 
The traditional architecture of Kimolos can be traced back to its rich history. A visit to Chorio, the capital of the island, depicts the typical Cycladic architecture with whitewashed, stone houses.

Traditional corner
Kimolos Kastro

The same goes for the ruined Venetian Castle in Chorio located at the highest point in the island. This fortified castle was built by Marco Sanudo in the 16th century and is a vivid example of the wonderful Cycladic architecture.

All the alleyways in Chorio are paved and cobbled.

Mount Paleokastro, the hightest point on the island, has outlines of prehistoric Cyclopean walls made of huge stones.

Lovely cafeteria in Kimolos
 
Many old buildings are being restored and the roads are improved properly to develop tourism and modernity in the island.

In Chorio, there are some really beautiful churches and a small museum. The churches of Panagia Evangelistria, Agios Taxiarchis and Panagia Odigitria are worth visiting because of their typical 16th century architecture and design.
Chorio is an interesting village as regards its architecture. The houses are located close around the Kastro and their outer walls are attached to the walls of the old Castle.

The whitewashed houses with blue windows and lovely yards portray the authentic Aegen architecture.


There is also a medieval wall 1m thick that runs around this prehistoric wall. Besides the walls, there are relics of a round tower that the locals call "Portara" on this hill.

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Narrow alley in Kimolos
 
Kimolos Maritime Museum
 
Stone arch

Small square in Kimolos
 
Old windmill
 
Impressive church

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