Gyzi Castle — Attraction in Municipality of Mykonos

The true site of the castle is upon the top of the hill. It was built upon the ruins of an ancient acropolis, and some scarce parts of the original ancient Greek masonry can still be seen on the base of the stonework. No towers can be seen on the surviving outline. This, added to the fact that the natural defenses are not too strong (the slopes are quite steep but remain accessible on all sides) means that the castle offered limited protection, enough only to repel minor pirate raids. The car will get you quite near the top, but it is likely you will have trouble parking. The hike to the top is short and quite manageable. The view is wonderful and worth it. P.S. watch the open cistern, falling into it will most likely be...

it's not the easiest place to find, and parking is very scarce, but once you have arrived you will be treated to a very interesting, albeit small, set of ruins that are beautifully situated on a mykonos hillside. there is a small chapel on site that is well maintained. the best part of the entire location is honestly the views that you get slightly around the corner from the road, where you can overlook another mountain and sweeping fields that slowly turn into the...

It's ok. No descriptions and signs to tell you its history. Whatever remains of this place leaves you to your imagination of people who once occupied the "castle". And if you intend to, take caution that the continued road up to Paralis Ftelias or Fokos beach is a steep and tough drive on the neglected rocky and pothole roads. It's better to head back to Ano Mera and use the...