Mykonos Town
In Greek mythology Mykonos was the location of the battle between Zeus and the Titans,and the island was named in honor of Mykons, son of Anios who was a son of Apollo and nymph named Rio.
Today, Mykonos is a very cosmopolitan destination amongst the Greek islands and widely recognised as one of the great travel meccas.
Proudly wears the name"the jewel" of the Aegean Sea.
Landmarks :
Petros the Pelican - an old celebrity of the town's waterfront, "Petros" has been the official mascot of Mykonos for over 50 years.
Mykonos windmills - from as early as the 16th century, they are one of the most recognized landmarks of Mykonos
Little Venice - here the buildings have been constructed right on the sea's edge with their balconies overhanging the water.
Paraportiani - one of the most famous architectural structures in Greece. Its name means inner or secondary door which it was to the Medieval stone walls which encircled the area.
Orientation:
Mykonos' main communities are Chora, the island's port town and capital, and Ano Mera. Mykonos Town (Chora) is a stunningly picturesque Cycladic town with a maze of tiny streets and whitewashed steps lanes, houses and churches, gathered around its harbour in the middle of a wide bay. Ano Mera is a small village on the middle of the island, and the only inland settlement on the whole of Mykonos, about 7 km east of Mykonos Town.