Cosmopolitan, glamorous, exciting and picturesque, Mykonos
offers much to tempt an eclectic mix of international visitors. The
wonderful Cycladic architecture of white washed traditional and
cubic houses with brightly coloured doors and windows; great
sandy beaches, wonderful nightlife and the long hot sunny days that
stretch well into the autumn months are the main attraction, but
there is so much more to this beautiful Island.
Venetian culture is in evident in several places on Mykonos, not
least in the capital Chora, where Little Venice, a cluster of stone
houses with colourful balconies sits right on the water's
edge. These beautiful stone buildings are home to some of the
islands best places to relax, soak up the Mykonos vibe and enjoy
some fresh local seafood or a drink.
Mykonos town (called Chora by the locals) is a warren of narrow
lanes leading in all directions to and from the sea just
beyond. Exploration is the name of the game, with so much to
discover around every bend. Restaurants tucked away in shady spots,
on roof terraces and in pretty courtyards compete for space with
little boutiques, blue domed churches and some exquisite
places to stay. Ever present is the dazzling white of the
buildings here, made more vivid by a crystal clear blue sky and
colourful balconies dotted throughout the town.
The island is a jumping-off point for the archaeological site of
the nearby island of Delos, which can be reached by boat from the
port of Mykonos Town. Frequent ferry services connect Mykonos
to several other Greek Islands and Piraeus on the Greek
mainland.
