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Mykonos

Mykonos Municipality

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town on Mykonos island, South Aegean

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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Mykonos

    Welcome to Mykonos, a shimmering jewel in the heart of the Aegean Sea and a quintessential member of the Cycladic island group. Known affectionately as the 'Island of the Winds,' Mykonos offers a unique synthesis of ancient…

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  2. 2The Old Port and the Fishing Tradition

    Begin your journey at the Old Port, the historical maritime entrance to Mykonos. Before the era of luxury yachts and cruise ships, this port was the lifeline of the island, where local fishermen brought in their daily catch from…

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  3. 3The Labyrinth of Chora: A Defense Against Pirates

    As you move away from the waterfront, you enter the heart of Mykonos Town, or Chora. Immediately, the streets become narrow, winding, and intentionally confusing. …

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  4. 4Matoyianni Street: The Fashionable Arterial

    At the center of the labyrinth lies Matoyianni Street, the main shopping artery of Mykonos Town and a global destination for high fashion. Walking down this narrow street, you will see a fascinating juxtaposition of traditional…

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  5. 5Panagia Paraportiani: An Architectural Icon

    No visit to Mykonos is complete without seeing the Church of Panagia Paraportiani, perhaps the most photographed religious structure in Greece. Located near the entrance to the Kastro neighborhood, its name means 'Our Lady of the…

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  6. 6Little Venice: Where the Town Meets the Sea

    Continue your walk to the neighborhood of Alefkandra, better known as Little Venice. Here, the town's architecture takes a dramatic turn as the houses are built directly on the water's edge, their foundations washed by the…

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  7. 7The Kato Mili Windmills: Sentinels of History

    Standing on a gentle hill overlooking Little Venice are the Kato Mili Windmills, perhaps the most iconic symbol of Mykonos. These massive, white-coned structures date back to the 16th century, a time when the island was a major…

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  8. 8Mykonos

    As your journey through the winding streets of Mykonos comes to a close, take a moment to absorb the unique energy of this island. You have walked through a labyrinth designed to thwart pirates, stood before churches shaped like…

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What is Mykonos?

Mykonos is a place in Mykonos Municipality with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationMykonos Municipality
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates37.4453, 25.3287
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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