Unforgettable holidays on Mykonos Island
Stunning to behold for its natural allure, and vibrant to discover and enjoy, Mykonos caters for the jet-set, the culture-vulture and the party-goer, making it diverse, elegant and hip all at once.
Spend your holidays in Mykonos Island, Greece. Mykonos is one of the most cosmopolitan islands in Greece and in Europe. Mykonos holidays are a must for those who love to party all night long. Mykonos is famous for its exciting nightlife, its picturesque Cycladic villages full of whitewashed houses and charming domed churches, but also for its magnificent sandy beaches. Enjoy your holidays in Mykonos by relaxing at one of its famous beaches during daytime, stroll down the crowded narrow streets and enjoy a unique nightlife experience at one of the numerous beach bars throughout the island.
Stunning to behold for its natural allure, and vibrant to discover and enjoy, Mykonos caters for the jet-set, the culture-vulture and the party-goer, making it diverse, elegant and hip all at once.
Mykonos may look like a traditional relaxed Greek destination, but amongst the whitewashed houses and Venetian architecture sit the clubs and shops that make this island famous. By day, head to one of the 300 beaches. All have golden sand, most have sun beds and many offer the opportunity to dive in waters full of sea life. Small villages are scattered over the landscape, and landmark icons such as the windmills and the five church complex of Panagia Paraportiani are fascinating; but the main hub of life is Mykonos town.
In the winding streets an eclectic range of shops sells the latest high fashion alongside the timeless local handicrafts. Artisans have always created traditional jewellery and art here; today the reproductions of ancient designs are equally beautiful. The boutiques stay open till after midnight, so as the sun sets and the trendy bars fill up with the stylish and glamorous, you have plenty of time to party and shop.
Did you know that the small island has over 300 beaches?
The icons of Chora, these are real homes dating to the 16th century, with a museum.
With the best in couture, shops range from clothing and accessories to art. Crafted jewellery is reproduced to Byzantine design, fashions are worn by Hollywood celebrities and traditional sandals are given crystal sparkles.
So called for its balconies overhanging the sea, Chora is home to shops, cocktail bars and restaurants. The capital of the island, Hora or Mykonos Town is considered as the most beautiful village in the Cyclades. Here one can see a clear representation of the typical Cycladic architecture consisting of whitewashed cubic houses, flat roofs, blue doors and windows and narrow, winding paved streets. What is astonishing though is that, in between the quaint houses, more than 350 churches can be found on this little island. These are also painted crystal white but they can be distinguished from their blue or red painted domes. One of the most famous churches is the church of Our Lady Paraportiani, a fine example of traditional architecture found in the Kastro quarter at the end of the picturesque harbour. Near this the Folklore Museum can also be found, which contains a rich variety of local artefacts. Delos, the island just a few miles south of Mykonos is considered as one of the most spiritual centres of Ancient Greece, with a strong tie to mythology as it was said to be the birthplace of Apollo. This island is covered with ancient monuments including an ancient harbour, the Heiron of Apollo and the Avenue of the Lions.
Mykonos food specialities include a dish of homemade sausages, which are flavoured with spices and olives, and dried in the open air. Additionally, onion pie made with the tasty local tyrovolia cheese and excellent sea food are also worth tasting. For a traditional desert, a customary Cycladic sweet made of almonds, called Amigdalota is widely found on the island.
One of the main reasons tourists come to the island is to experience the buzz of the Mykonos night life. Trendy Mykonos clubs & bars line the streets, leading to a large range of choices. Famous international DJs, large crowds with all types of sexual tendencies and a wide range of musical preferences all make up the hum of Mykonos. Beach parties are also very popular and should not be missed. Furthermore, during the summer months there is always a wide variety of cultural and artistic events taking place, with artists from around the world flocking to Mykonos to take part.
One of the main reasons tourists come to the island is to experience the buzz of the Mykonos night life. Trendy Mykonos clubs & bars line the streets, leading to a large range of choices. Famous international DJs, large crowds with all types of sexual tendencies and a wide range of musical preferences all make up the hum of Mykonos. Beach parties are also very popular and should not be missed. Furthermore, during the summer months there is always a wide variety of cultural and artistic events taking place, with artists from around the world flocking to Mykonos to take part.
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