Greek cushions among Mykonos old town alleys
Greek cushions among Mykonos old town alleys.
Walking through the narrow streets of Mykonos, Greece, I came across a small souvenir shop where Greek cushions immediately caught my attention with their colors and traditional symbols. When people search for what to see in Mykonos, they often think about beaches and nightlife, but the island also reveals its character through small details hidden inside its whitewashed alleys.
I always enjoy walking without a strict plan, especially in the old towns of Greek islands. Taking time to explore slowly often leads to the most interesting discoveries: a colorful door, a local decoration, or a simple object displayed outside a shop. In this case, I decided to capture a collection of cushions decorated with the Greek eye symbol, known as the Nazar.
The shop was located just behind Little Venice, one of the most recognizable areas of Mykonos, and it perfectly matched the atmosphere of the town. Of course, many businesses here are created for visitors, but there is often a genuine attention to detail. Even a simple souvenir can become part of the visual identity of the place.
The Nazar is a traditional Mediterranean amulet commonly associated with protection from the evil eye. Its blue and white design has become one of the most recognizable symbols of Greece and can be found on jewelry, decorations, and everyday objects throughout the country.
I took this photograph because I wanted to preserve a small piece of Mykonos beyond the famous views. The island is not only made of beaches, sunsets, and crowded streets; it is also made of these quiet moments while walking through the village and noticing the details around you.
I have shared other stories on the site where small objects and local details became the focus of my photographs, and this was another example of how a simple scene can represent the atmosphere of a destination.
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Photo taken with a Canon EOS M100 camera and Canon EF-M 11-22 lens.
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This is a nice video shot while strolling through the narrow alleys:
Video recorded with the GoPro Hero 10 Black.
But why is it blue? In the Aegean region, people with blue eyes were so rare that a belief began to spread that they were the primary bearers of the evil eye.
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