Museums to Visit in Mykonos island, Greece
It is a fascinating fact that the island of Mykonos has a long and rich history originating as far back as the Greek Gods and Ancient Greece. Therefore, all you history lovers out there, when in Mykonos do not overlook the opportunity to experience the islands captivating history and create a holistic view of the islands roots and origins.
Archeological Museum
The Archeological Museum is probably the most famous museum on the island, which is visited by thousands of tourists from the motherland of Greece and tourists on an annual basis. This museum is located nearby the town’s harbour and exhibits ceramics, jewellery and marble sculptures, which were excavated not only from the island of Mykonos but also from its neighbouring islands of Delos and Renia. Its most famed artifact is a large ceramic vase, dated back to the 7th century that depicts illustrations of the famous Trojan War. The Archeological Museum is definitely an interesting experience!
Aegean Maritime Museum
The Aegean Maritime Museum is every sea lover’s favourite as it exhibits models of ships as far back as the pre-Minonian period till the 19th century. Further, nautical and other pieces associated to shipping, sailors and the sea in general are also displayed. The Aegean Maritime Museum is located in the heart of the town centre near the Tria Pigadia area, which in Greek means Three Wells.
The Folklore Museum is the ideal museum to visit if you are interested in learning about the culture and traditions of Mykonos. The museum displays a vast collection of antiques including furniture, tools, ceramics, Mykonian musical instruments and photographs, all dating back to the 19th century. The Folklore Museum can be found in the Castle area of the town, known by the locals as “Kastro,” near the islands most renowned church name Parapotiani.
Lena’s House
Lena’s House is the ideal museum to visit if you are interested in how the Mykonian people used to live in the past. The house displays an authentic middle class home built in the 19th century. It is extremely shocking when faced with the reality of how the island has progressed over time, and how the advancement of technology has influenced our lives.
The Bonis Mill Museum
The Boni Mill Museum is beyond a doubt a live depiction of the islands history of a time when the island’s main income derived from graining wheat in windmills for travelers, before they embarked on their voyage. The Bonis Mill has been preserved and functions as a museum, displaying tools and the stone oven used in the past. Nobody has ever visited the island of Mykonos and not stared at the majestic pure white windmills in awe and absolute amazement. This is an exceptional opportunity to learn how the windmills worked and how Mykonians made their living in the past.
Mykonos Theoxenia Hotel
The Mykonos Theoxenia luxury Hotel promises to make your stay in the beautiful island of Mykonos memorable and unforgettable. The renovated petite boutique hotel, Mykonos Theoxenia Hotel is genuinely a historic gem on the island. Although recently renovated, the hotel was originally constructed in the 60’s, and has preserved its initial architecture. The elegant and stylish Mykonos Theoxenia Hotel has been accredited as “national preserved property” for respecting the traditional Cycladic architecture and use of local stone. Your stay will literally be historic!
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