The Greek island of Mykonos is situated in the center of the Aegean Sea 150 kilometres east of Athens and is part of the group of islands known as the Cyclades. Although it is the most famous of this group it is actually the smallest covering an area of just 90 square kilometers. Chora of Myconos is the capital of the most cosmopolitan island of Cyclades. A walk in narrow alleys of her settlement, impress each visitor. The traditional architecture creates unique pictures that resemble like a painting. Small whitewashed houses with the blue painting windows and wooden balconies are the characteristic of Aegean Sea islands. The flowerpots with the polychromatic and aromatic flowers give their perfume to your memories.
The main characteristic of layout of city constitute the rambling streets and the uniform architecture of buildings.
As you walk to the picturesque cobblestone pavements, you will meet grandiose temple and small churches. All of these are dyed with white colour. The light blue painting cupola appears as the sky to have linked itself with the ground.
In the settlement of Castle, dominates the church of Virgin Mary of Paraporjanis., which is recognized as a National Monument. The coastal street maintain its picturesqueness, with cafeterias and taverns. Myconos mean amusement. During the night the island lives in the rythms of music. Follow the sounds and have fun....
Top Attractions of Mykonos Island
Windmills - From as early as the 16th century one of the most recognized landmarks of Myconos. Due to it's geographic position, Myconos was situated on major sea trade-route which at one time joined Venice, the gateway of Europe to Asia. The need to refine grain and compact if for transport combined with an ample year round supply of wind made Myconos the perfect location. Easy access to the harbor was necessary so most of the island's mills were positioned in or around the main port with the highest concentration covering the entire western portion of town. Today only a fraction remains of what was once an active era in Myconian history.
Little Venice- Where the most western part of the town meets the sea is the area known as the "Little Venice". Here the building have been constructed right on the sea's edge with their balconies overhanging the water. During the 16th and 17th century pirating was common and it is believed this area was used for the necessary quick loading and unloading of goods.
Paraportiani - One of the most famous architectural structures in Greece is the church Paraportiani. Positioned near the main harbor entrance, this church is the central feature of the "Kastro" or castle area, the oldest section of town. It's name means inner or secondary door which it was to the Medieval stone walls which encircled the area. First begun in 1475, Paraportiani in reality is a group of five smaller churches which were constructed over a period of time.
Delos - One of Greece's most famous archaeologic sites is the small island of Delos. Under the jurisdiction of Myconos and situated just 2 kilometers to the west the entire island has been declared a national museum. Access to the island has been made readily available through excursions which leave daily from the main harbour of Myconos.
