Mykonos is one of the most famous islands of the Cyclades for its nightlife. It is considered one of the most lively and active places for nightlife in all of Europe.

Its capital is located in the west of the island and is called Chora. According to the 2021 census, it has a population of 9,802 inhabitants. It is located southeast of Tinos and north of Naxos. It has a total area of ​​105,481 acres, a maximum length of 14 km and a width of 10 km, and a coastline of 81 km. Access to the island is by air or ferry and transportation to the island is served by buses and taxis.

Mykonos is one of the first islands that developed tourism. The Cycladic island presents a rich historical interest, and it is worth visiting its archaeological sites and the museums located on the island, as well as its deep blue beaches. In addition, it is worth visiting the churches and monasteries of the island. This arid island has an interesting rocky terrain and a rich flora with more than 1,100 species of plants.

Mykonos is a destination that can satisfy every taste!

According to mythology, under the rock formations of Mykonos were buried the Giants killed by Hercules during the Battle of the Giants. Another tradition says that the island got its name from the hero Mykonos, son of the king of Delos Anios, and the nymph Ryus. Its first inhabitants were the Cares and the Phoenicians, while the Ionians settled here around 1,000 BC. Later, it passed into the hands of the Romans and the Byzantines. The latter is credited with important defensive works done for the fear of pirates.

After the Fourth Crusade, Mykonos came under the Venetian family of Andreas and Jeremiah Gizi, remaining under their control until 1390. During this period, Chora was founded with its labyrinthine alleys, as we know it today. In 1537 Haireddin Barbarossa, admiral of Suleiman the Magnificent, destroyed Mykonos. Although the place remained under Ottoman occupation until 1821, due to its geographical location it developed into an important supply station for foreign merchant ships and a naval center. In 1822 the Mykonians, led by Manto Mavrogenos, repelled an attack by a squadron of the Turkish fleet and participated in the liberation struggle with four equipped ships.

In 1873, the French Archaeological School of Athens began excavations on the sacred island of Delos, promoting the idea of ​​traveling to the region to the upper social circles. Around 1930, the elite of the time arrived in Delos, discovering, in addition to the impressive archaeological findings, Mykonos. "Destiny", tourism is growing and Mykonos is gaining the place it deserves in the global tourism market.

The architecture of Mykonos is characterized by the blue color of the sea and the white of the light. Τhe houses were built by the inhabitants so that pirates could not easily approach them. The houses are in the shape of a cube without roofs, one next to the other and they are separated by narrow alleys. The buildings of the Cycladic island are distinguished by asymmetrical and rounded corners. Various eras are found in architecture. The classic and the island element coexist. Most of the houses are connected by external stairs and are two stories. There are listed buildings, which function as museums and exhibition spaces.

One can walk through the alleys of the island and enjoy the different architectural styles and the bougainvillea that flood the alleys of Mykonos. On the island of Mykonos there are several monuments, each of which refers to another era. The most notable are the Mycenaean Vaulted Tomb and the ruins of the prehistoric proto-Cycladic acropolis, in ancient times the towers and in the Venetian rule the "little Venice", but also the well-preserved chapels from the 17th and 19th centuries.

Also impressive are the windmills of Mykonos that once ground the grain of the inhabitants, sustaining the island's economy. In addition, there are several lighthouses and wells on the island. The Three Wells is one of the most characteristic examples, as they supplied the island with water until the middle of the 20th century.

In Mykonos, there are museums worth visiting for a culture lover. The Archaeological Museum of Mykonos is built at Kamnaki point above the old port. Its purpose is to house findings from the Purification Pit of the 5th century BC, which were discovered in Rhenia in 1898, as well as other tombs on the island. The Museum exhibits vases from prehistoric and post-Hellenistic times, statues, columns, and other very important value Pithos of Mykonos, a pithampora with reliefs from the Trojan War.

The Folklore Museum of Mykonos is also an excellent museum located in Kastro, a little further from the famous Paraportiani, housed in an old shipowner's house. The Museum hosts collections of old furniture, ceramics, embroidery, and other important exhibits from the island.

The Agricultural Museum embodies the idea of ​​an outdoor museum and houses exhibits from the Bonis mill and some newer agricultural facilities such as the threshing floor, the pigeon house, and the oven. The purpose of the museum is to save the element of rural island Greece.

The Naval Museum of the Aegean is housed in a traditional Cycladic building of the 19th century, at Tria Pigadia. The museum hosts replicas of rowers, sailboats, and steamships, from the prehistoric period to the present day. In the museum, there is a collection of maps, engravings, and others, while the Naval museum also owns the boat "Evangelistria" which is in the old port during the summers.

It is important to mention some of the most famous churches and monasteries of the island. Paraportiani is a two-story complex of five churches where four of them are on the ground floor and one is elevated. This one takes the name of Panagia Paraportiani. It takes its name from the "paraporti", the medieval wall of Mykonos. Among the post-Byzantine churches are Zoodochos Pigi, Panachra, Agia Kyriaki, Agios Nikolaos of Gialos and Agia Eleni. More than 70 churches have been proclaimed by the Ministry of Education. preserved historical monuments.

It is important to mention the Monastery of Panagia Tourlianis and the Monastery of Palaiokastro. The Monastery of Panagia Tourlianis was founded in 1542 on the site of the old church of the Entrances of Panagia. It houses the admirable baroque iconostasis, episcopal throne and pulpit said to have been made in Florence, while the icons on the iconostasis belong to the iconographer John of Corfu. It impresses with the architectural examples of traditional Cycladic marble sculpture.

Paleokastro Monastery is a women's monastery from the 18th century with typical Cycladic monastic architecture and is located in the north of Ano Mera. It got its name from the neighboring hill "Paliokastro". The monastery is founded on the remains of an ancient fortification and the area has been recognized as one of the two ancient cities of Mykonos.

Among the best beaches to visit are the Beaches: Ftelia, Kapari, Psarou, Ornos, Elia, Platys Gialos, Super Paradise and Paradise.

Ftelia beach is a popular beach for windsurfing. Due to its winds, summer is not particularly favorable for swimming and sunbathing. Kapari beach is a hidden treasure in the western part of the island. It is an ideal destination for nudists and is an unorganized beach. Psarou beach is famous for its popular beach bars and the people who arrive every year from Greece and abroad. Ornos beach is the closest beach of Mykonos Town, which is an ideal destination for families.

Elia beach is the largest beach of the island and is one of the quietest beaches. It is known for nudism and is a gay-friendly beach. Platys Gialos beach is one of the best beaches of the island. It has shallow and crystal clear waters, which is why it is preferred by families and is fully equipped with shops and restaurants, while at the same time various activities are provided.

Super Paradise Beach is a must visit beach, ideal for families too. Paradise Beach is the famous beach for the parties that are organized and the countless tourists that it attracts every year. It is the number one destination for its wild nightlife and the multitude of infrastructure for marine activities it offers.

Mykonos is famous for its local products. In particular, the Mykonian “louza” and the Mykonos "kopanisti" are the two local flavors that one must try if one visits Mykonos. Louza is a typical meze, the famous sausages of Mykonos. It is a traditional sausage made from local pork, which comes from the whole fillet from the back of the animal with the fat. The meat is cooked with enough salt, pepper, and other herbs. It is served as an appetizer cut into thin slices.

Kopanisti of Mykonos is a typical, quite spicy cheese, which is characteristic of its peppery taste. It can be accompanied by a glass of ouzo or other Greek aperitifs, on a slice of bread, in a soaked barley nut with tomato or cucumber. Kopanisti is the result of fermentation by a specialized cheesemaker based on local mixed cheese, mainly goat and sheep, which is matured and preserved in a glass or clay jar.

•At Divounia or the "Breasts of Aphrodite", the bay across from Kalafatis beach, is where you can find fish taverns that serve fresh fish.

•At the uninhabited island of Tragonisi, east of Mykonos, there are sea caves, ideal for diving, and you may even catch of a glimpse of the Mediterranean monk seal Monachus monachus.

•Try the kopanisti dip, the spicy soft cheese made of goat or sheep milk, recognized as a Protected Designation of Origin product.

•The traditional deli meat of Mykonos is called louza and is made just before Christmas, during the swine slaughtering season.

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Info

Mykonos In general

History of Mykonos

Architecture of Mykonos

Museums of Mykonos

Churches and Monasteries

Beaches of Mykonos

Gastronomy in Mykonos

Secrets of the island