Mykonos Island has strong routes with ancient Greece. Archaeological
discoveries revealed that the Ionian civilization settled on the island
in the early past of the 11th century BC. Latter findings showed
remnants in the popular beach of Ftelia from the Neolithic periods
dating as back as 3000 BC.
According to Greek Mythology in
Mykonos took place the great battle between Zeus and Titan. The name of
the island was taken to honor the Apollo’s grandson called Mykons. In
addition Mykonos was considered a great gateway for the over-populated
inhabitants of Delos Island due to its proximity (about 2 km away) and
over the year had been turned out to a highly important supplies
island.
Mykonos Milestones:
Petros the most famous pelican of the world
– For over 50 years “Petros” the pelican is and old firm of the town’s
waterfront who competes easily in reputation the famous celebrities that
visiting Mykonos.
Windmills – The most recognized benchmark of Mykonos is the windmills that take back to the 16th century.
Little Venice
– One of the place that you can’t miss in the heart of Mykonos is the
Little Venice where the houses have been constructed just next to the
sea's edge with their balconies overhanging upon the water.
Paraportiani -
One of the most significant architectural monuments of Greece. Its name
means inner or secondary door which it was to the Medieval stone walls
which encircled the area.
Archaeological Museum - Houses marble sculptures, ceramics and jewellery recovered from the islands of Delos, Renia and Mykonos.
Aegean Maritime Museum
- Displays models of a collection of ships from the pre-Minoan period
through to the 19th century and nautical and ancient artifacts related
to the history of shipping on Mykonos.
Delos -
One of Greece's most famous archaeologic sites, it is an island located
2 kilometers to the west of Mykonos. The entire island has been
declared a national museum.
