Marvellous Mykonos
Mykonos is a combination of charming Cycladic architecture and tradition, with a touch of glamour and an artistic flair. The island’s trendy bars, inspiring designer boutiques and contemporary art galleries all celebrate glamour, art and beauty. The Cycladic Island has also been sun-kissed with soft pebbled sands and sparkling turquoise waters, many historically significant sites and plenty to do and see, attracting the elite crowd.
The Past
The islands magical grip has attracted the rich and famous for decades now. It all began in the 1960s, when luxurious yachts first started anchoring and lining the charming harbour of Mykonos. Ever since, the Cyclades jewel island, has lured visitors by the thousands. Glamour is often used to describe the island. Fact is, Mykonos is the signature of glamour. However, it is many other things as well. It is true, in the beginning, Mykonos appealed only to the crème-a-la-crème society, but as the years have passed, Mykonos has developed in the hottest tourist destination attracting all enthusiastic travellers.
The island’s capital, Chora, resembles a white-labyrinth with white-ragged homes and cobble-stoned alleyways, inviting all its visitors to explore and discover its treasures. Its picturesque port tells stories of its long and rich naval history. The town’s towering windmills stand proudly, reminding all visitors of their past and its white-beaten homes add to the island’s undeniable charm and charisma.
Mykonos is famed for its stunning soft-pebbled beaches and turquoise clear waters you can see right through to the depth of the sea. A beach in Mykonos is not simply a beach, but rather a destination, a hidden treasure, beauty and glamour all in one. Mykonos is the ultimate beach holiday island, offering visitors a diverse variety of bays to visit some remote and natural whereas others glamorous crowded and part hubs.
Little Venice is probably the most popular region in Chora. The 16th century neighbourhood recalls the island’s history, during the time it was occupied by the Venetians. The two-story Venetian buildings, handing over the edge of the sea, were once the homes to proud sea captains.
All of you seeking to get a glimpse into Mykonos past and witness how the locals lived, what they wore, and their customs must pay the Mykonos Folklore Museum a visit. This Folklore Museum features a collection of ancient furniture, clothing and musical instruments that are representative of the locals’ past lifestyle. The museum is housed in a marvellous 18th century mansion that once belonged to a sea captain.
That’s all on Mykonos for now, stay tuned for more on Louis Hotels Destinations next month!