Anémo Mílos (Windmill)

The Anémo Mílos is a historic windmill located in Kypseli Methanon Community, Municipal Unit of Methana, Greece.

History

• The Anémo Mílos is believed to date from the 19th century, its exact construction year is not certain.

Architecture and Construction Materials

This smock mill features a single tower with a single sail. The building's structure is primarily made of stone, with wooden beams supporting the upper levels.

Original Purpose

The Anémo Mílos was originally built as a grain milling windmill.

Current Status and Use

The mill is currently standing as a ruin, no longer in use for its original purpose.

Location and Setting

The windmill is situated in a rural area of Kypseli Methanon Community, near the Aghii Theodhori village. It overlooks the surrounding landscape, with the nearby sea visible on clear days.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

The Anémo Mílos has been recognized as an important cultural heritage site in Greece. Efforts have been made to preserve the mill's structure and restore it to its original condition.

Visiting Information

If open to public, visiting information for the Anémo Mílos is not available.

Notable Historical Events or Famous Millers

No notable historical events or famous millers are recorded in connection with this windmill.

Technical Details

The Anémo Mílos features a single sail and no grinding stones.