![]() Diving: Mykonos has plenty of walls, caves and wrecks to entice beginners and advanced divers alike.Swing by the only other settlement of any size in Mykonos, Ano Mera, and have a look at its pretty, whitewashed Tourliani Monastery, just off the taverna-lined main square. The island’s hilly interior is dotted with small traditional villages, quite a contrast to the merry bustle of the coast. Hora’s other delights include an appealing open-air cinema, Cine Manto, and a smattering of quirky art galleries, such as Rarity Gallery and Art and Soul. Greek designers line Matogliani, while Little Venice is great for casual fashion, jewelry and tacky souvenirs. The Archaeological Museum of Mykonos is well worth your while, as is the informative Aegean Maritime Museum. You can lose yourself for hours in the enchanting warren of narrow pedestrian streets bedecked with bougainvillea and lined with picture-perfect, tiny churches, restaurants and boutiques. On the west side of the island, the tiny capital Hora (aka Mykonos Town) is Mykonos’ second-biggest attraction, after the beaches. In the southwest, Ornos bustles with dozens of seafront restaurants, while secluded Agios Ioannis is a good spot for windsurfing.īougainvillea-draped Matogliani Street in Hora, famous for designer shopping © Anastasios71 / Shutterstock Best things to do beyond Mykonos' beaches Pebbled Myrsine and Fokos' coves, reachable via rutted tracks off the northeast coast, offer seclusion and refuge from the crowds. On the north coast, Panormos and Agios Sostis receive a fraction of visitors of the southern beaches and have naturist-friendly sections. Popular with families, Elia is Mykonos’ longest sweep of white sand, while Platys Gialos and Kalafatis are particularly good for water sports. Paraga and Psarou are other favorites for beach parties. Partygoers should look no further than Paradise or Super Paradise, dominated by eponymous beach clubs. The island boasts 25 beaches, and they’re justifiably Mykonos' biggest natural attraction. Whether you’re looking for a tiny, secluded cove lapped by cerulean waters or a wide stretch of sugar-white sand covered with sun worshippers, Mykonos has a beach to suit your needs. Party animals start on the beach bar with their swimsuits on, take a break to have dinner and wear their stylish clothes, and go out to one of the island’s many clubs to dance, flirt and drink.The picturesque Little Venice Bay in Hora, Mykonos © photography / Shutterstock Best beaches on Mykonos The party on Mykonos starts when the sun is up and ends when the sun comes up again. Wild parties are common on a nightly basis. Mykonos’ night life is famous all over the world, competing with Spain’s Ibiza in attracting great DJs and performers. Credit: Dimitra Damian/Greek Reporter Nightlife So, food in Santorini is fresh and light Mediterranean, overall. The rocky, sloped, volcanic terrain is ideal for vineyards and local wines are famous the world over. In this aspect Santorini has a great advantage: Locals grow many vegetables and the island is known for its great wines. Wish to have at least once in their lives. A romantic dinner on beautiful Santorini is something all couples Pictures of a plush dining table with the sunset in Santorini’s Caldera in the backdrop are cherished the world over. However, due to the mountainous terrain, access to the Santorini beaches is not as easy as it is on Mykonos. Then there is the pebbled Kamari beach and Perissa beach with black sands and calm waters. Red Beach is the island’s most famous, with red sand and a huge, imposing red hill in the background. ![]()
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