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Welcome to the most famous cosmopolitan island of Greece, a white-painted paradise in the heart of the Cyclades. According to mythology, Mykonos was formed from a giant, petrified body killed by Hercules. And did you know that the island took its name from Apollo's grandson, "Mykonos"?
Enjoy the atmosphere along the lively seaside and admire a fleet of fishing boats that emit colorful reflections in blue waters. This is where you will find the Kazárma building, which serves as accommodation for the soldiers of Manto Mavrogenous, a female hero from the Greek Revolution. The first floor serves as his personal residence. When you are walking, don't be surprised if you find the official Mykonos mascot, which is nothing but pelican! Petros the Pelican was discovered by a fisherman after a storm in 1954, and eventually became a companion to the local population. When he died, the sadness of losing him was so deep that a replacement was soon found. In honor of Petros, local residents have built a long tradition of pelicans that roam the waterside as an important part of everyday life. So, whatever you do, don't forget to take a picture with the famous Pelican Petros successor!
One of the most beautiful angles on the island is Alefkántra or "Little Venice", an 18th-century district, dominated by luxurious mansions with colorful balconies and stylish windows. With a balcony perched above the sea, photographs of the famous Italian city come to mind. Relax in the seaside café and admire the view of an ancient windmill that stands majestically on the hillside above, with a bright blue background.
Mykonos's second traditional settlement is Áno Merá, located around the historic monastery of Panayia Tourliani (a 16th-century church with brilliant iconostasis of wood carvings). In the north, in Fteliá, lies important Neolithic settlements, and the 14th-13th-century Mycenaean tomb.
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Welcome to the most famous cosmopolitan island of Greece, a white-painted paradise in the heart of the Cyclades. According to mythology, Mykonos was formed from a giant, petrified body killed by Hercules. And did you know that the island took its name from Apollo's grandson, "Mykonos"?
Enjoy the atmosphere along the lively seaside and admire a fleet of fishing boats that emit colorful reflections in blue waters. This is where you will find the Kazárma building, which serves as accommodation for the soldiers of Manto Mavrogenous, a female hero from the Greek Revolution. The first floor serves as his personal residence. When you are walking, don't be surprised if you find the official Mykonos mascot, which is nothing but pelican! Petros the Pelican was discovered by a fisherman after a storm in 1954, and eventually became a companion to the local population. When he died, the sadness of losing him was so deep that a replacement was soon found. In honor of Petros, local residents have built a long tradition of pelicans that roam the waterside as an important part of everyday life. So, whatever you do, don't forget to take a picture with the famous Pelican Petros successor!
One of the most beautiful angles on the island is Alefkántra or "Little Venice", an 18th-century district, dominated by luxurious mansions with colorful balconies and stylish windows. With a balcony perched above the sea, photographs of the famous Italian city come to mind. Relax in the seaside café and admire the view of an ancient windmill that stands majestically on the hillside above, with a bright blue background.
Mykonos's second traditional settlement is Áno Merá, located around the historic monastery of Panayia Tourliani (a 16th-century church with brilliant iconostasis of wood carvings). In the north, in Fteliá, lies important Neolithic settlements, and the 14th-13th-century Mycenaean tomb.
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