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Here are some interesting and fun facts about Mykonos, Greece:

Country/Area Code: +30 2289

Population: 10,700 (2023 est.) all year round, in addition to more than 1 million tourists in the summer months

Language: Greek is the official language but many locals speak English as well

Currency: Euro

• Famous for its nightlife, the small island is home to 16th-century windmills, beaches & dance clubs
• Mykonos is known for its Cycladic architecture (whitewashed houses, alleyways and chapels), cosmopolitan vibe and luxury accommodation and services, and beautiful, sandy beaches. Many beaches have internationally-acclaimed restaurants and clubs, with celebrity DJ’s.
• Mykonos was a rather poor island with limited agricultural resources. In the 1950s, artists, bohemians, royals and celebrities discovered the Greek island, bringing the tourists with them. The Mykonian windmills are a historical reminder of the island’s agricultural past.
• The island has a strict colour code that requires doors and windows to be painted either blue, green or red. This dates back to a tradition where sailors used to paint their doors blue, farmers painted them green and everyone else used red. The houses are all painted in white, that helps keep homes cool during the hot summer months.

Did you know…?

• According to Greek mythology, Mykonos was named after its first ruler, Mykonos (Μύκονος), the son or grandson of the god Apollo and a local hero.
• The best way to travel around the island is by renting an ATV or a moped, or look for a hotel within walking distance of the popular clubs, bars, and restaurants. There are only about 30 Taxis available on the whole island!