Captivating Mykonos

Mykonos  is a captivating labyrinth that’s home to white sugar cube houses decked with bougainvillea. These whiter than white houses that adorn the snow white cobblestone paths have mostly blue, red and green brightly coloured doors, windows and balconies. On our site seeing tour we enjoyed meandering through the little alleys and narrow streets admiring the chic boutiques, hidden churches and houses.

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In Mykonos town , Chora is the best place to stroll along the maze of twisting tiny alleys. No maps needed, just walk and sit while admiring the architecture. It’s easy to get lost in this deliberately confusing layout. But just keep walking, taking a turn here, a photo there. You’ll soon come back to a familiar location.

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There is a strict architectural law that all buildings must abide by. The white and blue colours are said to symbolize the white wave foam of the Aegean Sea and the blue, reflections of the Greek sky. However, the white color of the walls also serves a more natural need, being reflective thus reducing heat absorption in the hot summer. The style of crisp white cubic houses with flat roofs is to provide protection from the strong Cycladic winds. The shady areas from the dense foliage on the exteriors contrast sharply with the spotless whitewashed walls. They glimmer in the sun and flood our senses from the moment we arrive.

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We pass through Little Venice where the crystal clear waters lap up to the edge of the restaurants and cafes built directly at water level. Further along we admire the views of the famous landmarks of Chora, the signature of the island, windmills lined up on top the hill. Arriving in Mykonos the first thing you see standing on the hill are these Mykonos windmills.  It was beautiful, picturesque and windy so we spent a little time marvelling at the white buildings with splashes of colour and the old windmills.

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The sight is breathtaking, the sparkling, cobalt waters and contrast of the colourful fishing boats.

The monastery of Panangia Tourliani is place 8km from Chora town in Ano Mera village. Dating back to the 18^th century the monastery has a marble bell tower with intricate folk carvings.

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You’ll notice the scenery changes  as you wander along the white sands sweeping along the bay of Kalafatis beach.

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This is a cosmopolitan place to wander on your own and explore the little photogenic churches, Greek culture and delectable cuisine.

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Mykonos is such a beautiful place, contrasting sun drenched skies, crystal clear waters and bougainvillea in bloom against the whitewashed houses.

One of the most famous architectural structures in Greece is the church and Mykonos is an ideal opportunity offering a different aspect. Paraportiani, located near the main harbour entrance in Mykonos comprises 5 individual churches constructed at different times. These cube shaped, all white churches glow in the sunlight and look just as stunning on a cloudy day. In total there are over 600 churches throughout the island.

You may even see a woman selling fruit and flowers from baskets on a laden donkey.

We were in Mykonos as part of our Grand Mediterranean cruise. Have you been to Mykonos? Were you mesmerized with the colours and captivating walks throughout Mykonos like we were?

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