CYCLADES SIGHTSEEING - MYKONOS

In antiquity, the greatest growth of this island was noted in the historical years during which there were two important cities, Mykonos and Panormos.

Mykono's fleet energetically took part in the 1821 Revolution in which the figure of Manto Mavrogenous stood out.

It is almost impossible to describe Mykonos in just one page. It is after all the most famous Greek island and is established as the cosmopolitan center of the Cyclades.

Arriving at the harbor we are welcomed by the windmills which, together with the pelican, are the symbols that signify this island.

The white-washed, cube-shaped houses are scattered about under the shade of the windmills, with their colorfully painted window-shutters, external steps and blossoming flower pots.

We can say that Mykonos belongs to the tourists at night, but during the day one enjoys its calmness. The dazzling sun reflects off the deep-blue waters of the Aegean Sea and the white-washed houses.

The sunset becomes more fascinating when it is enjoyed from the neighborhood of Alefkandra or the little Venice of Mykonos, as it is called.

The nights are endless on Mykonos, with many bars suitable for all tastes.

Even if most of the beaches are crowded, the clear sea-water glitters with that kind of amazingly beautiful deep blue color that is irresistible.

At Ornos Bay you can swim at the frequently visited sandy beach with its umbrellas, water sports and luxurious tourist installations. The beach of Psarou is the gathering spot for the VIP's with their sailing boats and jet skis.

Make a stop at the taverns for a glass of whine with the Mykonic Mostra, a kind of rusk dipped in olive oil, tomatoes and pounded cheese, and end your break with a swim at the popular beach of Kalafati, one of the few with natural shade.

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