Some brief information about Mykonos Island
Mykonos is a Greek island, part of the Cyclades, lying between Tinos, Syros, Paros and Naxos. The island spans an area of 85.5 square kilometres (33.0 sq mi) and rises to an elevation of 341 metres (1,119 feet) at its highest point. There are 10,134 inhabitants (2011 census) most of whom live in the largest town, Mykonos, which lies on the west coast. The town is also known as Chora (i.e. the Town in Greek, following the common practice in Greece when the name of the island itself is the same as the name of the principal town). Mykonos' nickname is The island of the winds. Tourism is a major industry.The sun shines for up to 300 days a year and it only rains between February and March. This arid climate means that there is very little natural vegetation. Although temperatures can rise as high as 40 degrees in the summer months, the strong winds means average temperatures are usually around 28 degrees. Winters are very mild with average temperatures of 15 degrees. The island's location means that, as a rule of thumb, temperatures are 2 degrees warmer in winter and 2 degrees cooler in summer than Athens.
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The nicest restaurants in Mykonos
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Notos Restaurant Mykonos Palace
Excite your palette with the unique, rich tastes of the Mediterranean. Fresh, local produce, farm grown local meats, and exquisite, fresh seafood are some of the most tempting dishes on the menu. Try some tasty Greek wines to complement your meals, you will fall in love for sure! Wood oven pizzas grilled on the spot. The Mykonos Palace Beach Hotel restaurant Notos offers excellent portions and great taste at very reasonable prices. Notos beach restaurant, is a great choice among Mykonos restaurants.
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Oregano Restaurant - Tavern Mykonos
The friendly environment and the inexpensive prices of Oregano cook and grill taverna in Mykonos expresses the old tradition of the greek tavernas, which are all about a friendly atmosphere with pure greek hospitality and effective service with respect and responsibility towards the customer. The managers of oregano tavern on Mykonos Island monitor personally all dishes produces on daily basis, to ensure the high standards of the food served.
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Molaraki Restaurant Mykonos
The Restaurant Molaraki is named after the traditional term "molaraki" that means "very small harbour" due its location in Tourlos area in Mykonos Island where in the past there was a small harbour for fishing boats.
Nowadays at the same location you will find the modern New Port and Marina of Mykonos where the luxury cruise ships, motor yachts, and sailing yachts are hosted during their stay in the Island.
Molaraki was created in 2009 as the natural evolution of a authentic Mykonian business with four decades of successful existence in the tourism field.