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Explore Mykonos Main Settlements
Mykonos is a supreme location to spend your holidays. The one-off Cycladic architecture with its cubic shaped edifices that cascade all the way down to beautiful beach-fronts, open out to a balcony of timeless charm, especially during the evening. The intense nightlife is also a pole of attraction for the party enthusiasts. But Mykonos also has beautiful villages and settlements that worth visitor’s attention.
Chora is arguably the most charming village of the island with magnificent cobbled lanes that stretch along Mykonos capital. The alleys are adorned with quaint houses and elegant shops where you can find literary everything. From stylish dresses to stunning accessories and whimsical mementos, Chora is an alluring destination for all shopping aficionados. The maze-like streets confuse the strollers on purpose; they have been designed to evade pirates invasions to capital’s points of interest. Among the landmarks of Chora, Little Venice is standing out with its magnificent architecture. The picturesque neighborhood is dotted with domiciles that overhung the sea. They were built seaside to offer easy access to the water, as the houses were wealthy merchant’s lair, where they sheltered their artifacts.
Next stop is the second biggest village of the island. Ano Mera lies just eight kilometers west of Chora. Its picturesque domiciles are quite remarkable. Head to the central square to enjoy traditional ouzo accompanied by mezedes -the Greek tapas- and lounge in the laid-back atmosphere. Taverns and cafes offer a place to relax and take in the magnificent setting. While there don’t miss the chance to visit the monastery of Panagia Tourliani.
Less than two kilometers away from Chora, the Glastros village hosts summer houses in an inspiring environment of unparalleled beauty. Situated in the way to the southern side of Mykonos -the part of the island that is dotted with the finest beaches- Glastros is a fantastic village with amazing cafes and restaurants offering local delicacies.
Chora is arguably the most charming village of the island with magnificent cobbled lanes that stretch along Mykonos capital. The alleys are adorned with quaint houses and elegant shops where you can find literary everything. From stylish dresses to stunning accessories and whimsical mementos, Chora is an alluring destination for all shopping aficionados. The maze-like streets confuse the strollers on purpose; they have been designed to evade pirates invasions to capital’s points of interest. Among the landmarks of Chora, Little Venice is standing out with its magnificent architecture. The picturesque neighborhood is dotted with domiciles that overhung the sea. They were built seaside to offer easy access to the water, as the houses were wealthy merchant’s lair, where they sheltered their artifacts.
Next stop is the second biggest village of the island. Ano Mera lies just eight kilometers west of Chora. Its picturesque domiciles are quite remarkable. Head to the central square to enjoy traditional ouzo accompanied by mezedes -the Greek tapas- and lounge in the laid-back atmosphere. Taverns and cafes offer a place to relax and take in the magnificent setting. While there don’t miss the chance to visit the monastery of Panagia Tourliani.
Less than two kilometers away from Chora, the Glastros village hosts summer houses in an inspiring environment of unparalleled beauty. Situated in the way to the southern side of Mykonos -the part of the island that is dotted with the finest beaches- Glastros is a fantastic village with amazing cafes and restaurants offering local delicacies.
