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Is Mykonos worth visiting?

Updated: Sep 10, 2021

Mykonos is one of the top Greek summer destinations as well as the best Mediterranean partying hotspot. Located in the central Aegean Sea, the island belongs to the prefecture of Cyclades, the most famous Greek group of islands. With a total surface of approximately 86 sq. km and a coastline that reaches 89 km, Mykonos is the 10th larger island in the group.


The “Island of the Winds”, as it is called due to the strong winds that usually blow, invites the visitors to experience its captivating energy, magnificent beaches and vibrating nightlife. On the west side, the tiny capital Hora is where the heart of the island beats. Being the second-biggest attraction after the beaches, Hora can enchant the visitors who may stroll for hours in the narrow pedestrian streets decorated with bougainvillea and lined with picturesque, tiny churches, restaurants and little shops. The charming quarter of Little Venice is the ideal place for relishing one of the most romantic sunsets in the Aegean.


Mykonos is also considered to be a paradise for water sport enthusiasts. Surfers and sailors from all around the world travel to Mykonos in order to enjoy aquatic adventures and exciting watersports holidays. The island makes it ideal for pursuing numerous outdoor sports since there is a great choice of beaches for pretty much everything. Visitors can find many well-organized sports centers for sailing and boating as well as windsurfing, kayaking, scuba diving and other water sports.

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