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greek travel mykonos greeceMykonos is the world’s famous island of the Aegean Sea as well as the most cosmopolitan of all Greek islands. It attracts visitors from all over the world including a lot of celebrities. The beautiful golden sandy beaches, the lively atmosphere and the traditional cycladic architecture represented by the numerous small churches and the houses, along with little Venice make Mykonos an island to remember. The windmills constitute one of the symbols of the island while the mascot of the island is “Petros” the pelican that lives at the port of “Hora the capital of the island. Although Mykonos has no a historical back round there are 3 interesting museums to visit. For further educational trips you should visit Delos isle, which in antiquity was the most sacred island in the Greek world.

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Archaeological Museum
Housed in a neo-classical building of 1901, in the northeast side of “Hora”. It contains exhibits from the nearby island of Rhenea, sculptures, pots and statuettes. Look for the big vase of clay from the Trojan War. Folk Art Museum opened in 1962, contains collections of furniture, ceramics, traditional costumes and traditional musical instruments. AmongMykonos luxury travel greece the exhibits you will see the first “Petros” the pelican, stuffed. 
Nautical Museum

Opened in 1985, here you can see ships from the early Minoan period to the 19th c, maps and documents and in general exhibits from the naval tradition of the island.

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Mykonos is a prime example of Cycladic architecture. It consists of narrow whitewashed alleyways, small churches, white houses with wooden doors and windows and brightly – coloured balconies. In the colourful harbour where small fishing boats and yachts coexist, where taverns, “ouzeris”, cafes and shops are spread on the coastline, you will also see a pelican eating fish, it is one of a series named Petros. Mykonos has all the necessary facilities of a modern resort giving satisfaction both to visitors seeking an active and cosmopolitan type of holiday and those who favour a more peaceful vacation. Matogiannni with its chic shops, cafes and bars is where the island’s pulse throbs. Nightlife in Mykonos is unique. Numerous clubs, discos, bars, pubs are always full with people especially during summer time.

Little Venice  honeymoon vacations mykonos
mykonos luxury travelLittle Venice is one of the most charming districts of Hora and one of the prettiest places in the Cyclades. Its picturesque two - and three - storey houses, with colorful balconies, windows and doors built right on the sea, form a unique picture. Little Venice is the perfect spot from which to view the sunset.

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A respective commercial action exists in Mykonos. You can go shopping or window shopping in the fabulous boutiques which carry exclusive name brands, among them outstanding Greek jewelers, souvenirs as well as works of art.

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Katrin’s:
One of the most famous and oldest restaurants on the island, with classic French and Greek cuisine and excellent service. Caprice: It is in little Venice area, next to the bar of the same name, with tables on the water’s edge. It serves good traditional dishes. Philippi: Historic spot in a lovely garden with good food. Mamacas: A beautiful garden with trees near the main square, it offers good Greek cuisine. Sale Pepe: Small restaurant with excellent Italian cuisine Taverna O Nikos: One of the best taverns, with excellent Greek cooking. Taste its casserole dishes.

Beaches mykonos luxury travel
spa vacation mykonosKalafatis: One of the most organized beaches of Mykonos. Water sports facilities including scuba diving and a beach bar are available. Psarou: A beautiful organized beach with water sport facilities and a tavern for lunch. Elia: Another popular organized big beach of the island. It offers water sports and two good taverns. Plati Gialos: A sandy with crystal clear water beach, perhaps the most visited beach of Mykonos. Small boats to the other southern beaches, like Paraga, kalamopodi and Elia leave from here. Super Paradise: One of the famous beaches in the Aegean, with crystal-clear blue water. It is preferred by people of younger age and generally people who like to swim and swing at the same time.

How to get there  mykonos luxury travel
By air: from Athens airport, Eleutherios Venizelos By ferry: from Piraeus port

DELOS mykonos luxury hotels
Delos is a small, rectangular, waterless and uninhabited island and one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece where according to the myths god Apollo was born. The archaeological sites cover almost the entire island, starting from the harbour at the west side. You must explore the exhibits with a guide. The most important ruins in this district are: · The temples of Apollo: The three temples dedicated to Apollo · The Altar of Dionysos: Remains of a huge phallic monument · The Lion Terrace: The famous lions of Delos, gift from the Naxian’s. · The sacred lake: The place where Apollo was born. · Cleopatra’s House: A building (2nd c BC), which took its name from the two headless statues of Cleopatra that where found in it. · The theatre: Built in 2nd – 3rd c BC, it could seat 3.000 to 5.000 spectators. · House of Dionysos, House of the Masks, House of the Dolphins, which contain marvellous mosaics.

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