Mykonos may be famous for its nightlife and the entertainment it offers, but it's not just the cosmopolitan shops and the graphical alleys that will excite you if you'll be there for holidays The island of winds, as it is called, is considered, and not unfairly, that it has some of the best beaches of the Aegean Sea. Blue waters, fine sand, and beautiful Cycladic landscape make up the scenery.
The beaches of Mykonos as presented by exploringgreece.tv were selected according to the criteria of the landscape beauty as well as visiting traffic
Super Paradise
One of the reasons that have made Mykonos famous at the edge of the world, is Super Paradise Beach. Famous, and at the same time one of the most beautiful beaches of Mykonos, is characterized by the fine sand and the blue-green color of its waters.
It is 7 km from the town of the island and there is a variety of people that gather there. The beach bar-restaurant is top-notch and known for the intense afternoon parties organized there.
Psarou
Psarou is the most cosmopolitan beach of the island, at a distance of 5 km from the town. Through the years It has gained its reputation as many celebrities have been visited it from Greece and abroad.
It's a sheltered beach and you can easily do water-sports. It is the most organized beach of Mykonos as it is well equipped with umbrellas, sunbeds, beach bars, and even with a hairdresser. The white sandy beach combined with the turquoise waters make the landscape unique and offer an unforgettable experience to the visitor.
Kapari
Kaparis Beach is 6 km from Mykonos Town. It is a relatively deserted beach that is distinguished for its blue, crystal clear waters, fine sand, and smooth flat rocks. Αccess is quite difficult, to get to the shore, from the road, and there is an inaccessible path. The ideal time to visit it is in the afternoon, it is then you can enjoy the sunset overlooking the island of Delos.
Elia
Elia is one of the most beautiful organized beaches of the island. It is 13 km from the town. It is distinguished for its fine golden sand and its clear blue waters. As you enjoy your swim you can stop at the restaurant (Elia) of the beach and taste its special Mediterranean cuisine. The visitors are various and the beach is characterized as gay-friendly. Nudism is allowed in some parts of the beach.
Paraga
It is a windless bay and one of the smallest beaches in Mykonos. It is located 6 km from the town of the island. It is famous for its white sand, blue waters, and fine gravel. The beach is organized and popular with youth and the gay community. The beach bars with loud music and the restaurants form an atmosphere of real entertainment in the midst of a beautiful natural environment.
Photo Source: e-mykonos.gr
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