Visitor
Information
Mykonos
is the world’s famous island of the
Aegean Sea as well as the most cosmopolitan of all Greek islands. It
attracts visitors from all over the world including a lot of celebrities.
The beautiful golden sandy beaches, the lively atmosphere and the traditional
Cycladic architecture represented by the numerous small churches and
the houses, along with little Venice make Mykonos an island to remember.
The windmills constitute one of the symbols of the island while the
mascot of the island is Petros the pelican that lives at the port of
Mykonos Town. Although Mykonos has no a historical background there
are 3 interesting museums to visit. For further educational trips: a
visit to
Delos
isle, which in antiquity was the most sacred island in the Greek world.
Museums
Archaeological
Museum
Housed in a neo-classical building of 1901, in the northeast side of
town. It contains exhibits from the nearby island of Rhenea, sculptures,
pots and statuettes. Look for the big vase of clay from the Trojan War.
Folk Art Museum opened in 1962, contains collections of furniture, ceramics,
traditional costumes and traditional musical instruments. Among the
exhibits you will see the first Petros; the pelican, stuffed.
Nautical
Museum
Opened in 1985, here you can see ships from the early Minoan period
to the 19th century, maps and documents and in general exhibits from
the naval tradition of the island.
Mykonos
Town
Mykonos
is a prime example of Cycladic architecture. It consists of narrow whitewashed
alleyways, small churches, white houses with wooden doors and windows
and brightly colored balconies. In the colourful harbour where small
fishing boats and yachts coexist, where taverns, ouzeris, cafes and
shops are spread on the coastline, you will also see a pelican eating
fish; it is one of a series named Petros.
Mykonos has all the necessary facilities of a modern resort giving satisfaction
both to visitors seeking an active and cosmopolitan type of pastime
and those who favor a more peaceful vacation. Matogiannni with its chic
shops, cafes and bars is where the islands pulse throbs. Nightlife in
Mykonos
is unique. Numerous clubs, discos, bars, pubs are always full with people
especially during summer time.
Little
Venice
Little Venice is one of the most charming districts of Town and one
of the prettiest places in the
Cyclades.
Its picturesque two - and three - storey houses, with colorful balconies,
windows and doors built right on the sea, form a unique picture. Little
Venice
is the perfect spot from which to view the sunset.
Shops
Little Venice is one of the most charming districts of Hora and one
of the prettiest places in the
Cyclades.
Its picturesque two - and three - storey houses, with colorful balconies,
windows and doors built right on the sea, form a unique picture. Little
Venice
is the perfect spot from which to view the sunset.
Restaurants
Katrin's: One of the most famous and oldest restaurants on the island,
with classic French and Greek cuisine and excellent service. Caprice:
It is in little Venice area, next to the bar of the same name, with
tables on the water’s edge. It serves good traditional dishes.
Philippi:
Historic spot in a lovely garden with good food. Mamacas: A beautiful
garden with trees near the main square, it offers good Greek cuisine.
Sale
Pepe: Small restaurant with excellent Italian cuisine Taverna O Nikos:
One of the best taverns, with excellent Greek cooking. Taste its casserole
dishes.
Beaches
Kalafatis: One of the most organized beaches of
Mykonos.
Water sports facilities including scuba diving and a beach bar are available.
Psarou: A beautiful organized beach with water sport facilities and
a tavern for lunch. Elia: Another popular organized big beach of the
island. It offers water sports and two good taverns. Plati Gialos: A
sandy with crystal clear water beach, perhaps the most visited beach
of Mykonos. Small boats to the other southern beaches, like Paraga,
kalamopodi and Elia leave from here. Super Paradise: One of the famous
beaches in the
Aegean,
with crystal-clear blue water. It is preferred by people of younger
age and generally people who like to swim and swing at the same time.
How to get there
By air: from
Athens
airport, Eleutherios Venizelos. By ferry: from
Piraeus
port.
Delos
Delos
is a small, rectangular, waterless and uninhabited island and one of
the most important archaeological sites in
Greece where according to mythology god Apollo was born. The archaeological
sites cover almost the entire island, starting from the harbor at the
west side. You may also explore the exhibits with a guide. The most
important ruins in this district are: the temples of Apollo: The three
temples dedicated to Apollo · The Altar of Dionysos: Remains of a huge
phallic monument · The Lion Terrace: The famous lions of Delos, gift
from the Naxian's. · The sacred lake: The place where Apollo was born.
· Cleopatra's House: A building (2nd century BC), which took its name
from the two headless statues of Cleopatra that where found in it. ·
The theatre: Built in 2nd 3rd c BC, it could seat 3.000 to 5.000 spectators.
· House of Dionysus, House of the Masks, and House of the Dolphins,
which contain marvelous mosaics.
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