Why Mykonos
Undoubtedly, Mykonos is the ultimate holiday destination. When in Mykonos, enthusiastic visitors explore cultural sites, local landmarks like the whitewashed Windmills, attractive historic structures like the 16th century Panagia Paraportiani, but the best past is that Mykonos is the place where tourists get to relax, soak in the sun by the crystalline sea during the day and party all through the night.
Chora, also known as Mykonos Town, is Mykonos favourite tourist resort. The little town is made up of whitewashed homes, blue-domed chapels and narrow alleyways streets. Walking through the town, is like walking in to a museum, where you will find hidden historic and cultural treasures on each corner like Panagia Paraportianni, Little Venice neighbourhood, and the Three Wells!
The cosmopolitan island of Mykonos is famed for its night scene. The island’s nightclubs, discos, posh bars and trendy cafes overflow with ecstatic visitors, coming from all corners of the world. Mykonos also attracts tourists from the artistic world, like fashion designers, musicians and actors. Mykonos is also preferred by many celebrities and movie stars. All these visitors make up a multicultural crowd with only one thing on their minds, to have the time of their lives in Mykonos.
Mykonos has a plethora of museums history lovers can visit. Out of the many museums on the island, three are the most frequently visited. The Archaeological Museum offers visitors an insight on the island’s past displaying artefacts found from different of archaeological sites in Mykonos, as well as Delos and Rhenia. The Folklore Museum is also a great choice, as it presents artefacts that reveal how the locals lived in the past such as clothing, household items and kitchen utensils as well as farming tools and furniture! Last but not least, the Public Museum is also an impressive option. The Public Museum is home to an impressive coin collection dating back to the 18th century.
Mykonos is like a holiday playground, offering visitors a wide variety of activities to do and places to visit. Those looking to get active and do something extraordinary can book a horse riding tour through the island’s countryside and coastline. Another thrilling option is setting off a jeep safari tour, where visitors uncover hidden natural treasures beautiful coves.
Mykonos is undoubtedly a wonderful holiday destination. Thousands of wanderlusters vacation on Mykonos year in and year out simply because there is never a dull moment on the island of Mykonos so stay tuned for more!