Mykonos Island

Mykonos is the most popular island holiday destination in Europe, an international cross roads filled with dazzling beaches, distinctive Cycladic architecture, warm hospitiable people, and a legendary 24/7 lifestyle.

It is believed that the island was named after a local hero, who is considered an offspring of the god Apollo and was worshipped locally in antiquity. Archaeological finds indicate that the Ionians settled on Mykonos in the early part of the 11th century BC.
More recent discoveries have uncovered remnants in Ftelia beach from the Neolithic Cares tribe dating back to as far as 3000 BC.

In Greek mythology Mykonos was the location of the battle between Zeus and the Giants, and the island was named in honor of Apollo's grandson Mykonos. During these ancient times, Mykonos, due to its proximity to the then highly populated island of Delos (situated about 2km away), became very important as a supply island and possibly as a getaway location for citizens of Delos.