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Vacation on Mykonos Island beaches - hidden bays, top resorts and recreation areas
Wonderful beaches of Mykonos are among its most appealing features. There are over 30 coastal areas available for tourists; the most popular is Platis Yalos beach. This vast golden sand beach is situated close to the island’s capital; it’s very popular among families and beach sports fans. It's always a lively coast, where regular sports and entertainment events are held.
Greeks are very emotional people. They often raise voice and interrupt other people. They don’t want to hurt anybody, it is just a behavioural norm for locals. Remember that some … 
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Mykonos has a rich past. The island was inhabited long before our era. According to the legends of the ancient Greeks, dangerous hostile monsters lived here. The great hero Hercules defeated … Open
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Elia 
beach surrounded with high cliffs is one of the best beaches of the island. That’s an amazing beach with numerous taverns and restaurants. Central part of the beach is very lively, and remote areas are very calm and solitary. It's worth mentioning that remote parts of Elia are popular with nudist for the opportunity of taking sunbaths undisturbed.
Mykonos is justly called Greek Ibiza. The island has been attracting different famous people since the 20th century. Sophia Loren, Nicolas Cage, Madonna, Russell Crowe, Michael Jordan and … Open
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is one of the biggest beaches of Mykonos. Thanks to its vast size the beach is never crowded; thick forest protects it from effects of the nearby road. Ornos is an excellent choice for tourists planning to devote time to sports activities. There is an excellent diving center, a surfing school, multiple sports playgrounds and well-equipped resting areas. Travelers have to take into account that beaches in the northern part of the island are known for strong winds, while down south climate is more comfortable. 
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Mykonos Island and surroundings
Nature and parks of Greece for active vacation
Vikos-Aoos National Park is also located in the Pindus Mountains, but it has a different terrain. The park includes Vikos Canyon, Aoos Gorge, and Mount Timfi. The place is unique in its beauty and features of the landscape. The gorge is even included in the Guinness Book of Records as the deepest in the world. The glacial Dragon Lake is on the slopes of Mount Timfi. According to local legends, in prehistoric times, these lands were inhabited by dragons, who fought. They threw rocks and stones at each other. This is how the unique relief of the park was created. Besides a huge number of amazing animals and plants, you can meet unusual settlements in the mountainous region of Zagori.
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Photogallery of sunny landscape of Mykonos Island
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Travel guide to best natural recreation areas in Mykonos Island for a quiet and secluded summer vacation. Fascinating hidden beaches, amazing bay and coves to sunbathe and swim in the gentle waters of the resorts of Mykonos Island.
