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Mykonos: The Spirit of Petros Lives

A feature of the island, the pelican has gained a sort of celebrity status. Cherished by locals and admired by visitors, this long-billed, webbed-footed, feathery (and quite a big) creature is constantly approached, fed, and/or photographed. Really, it’s an attraction in and of itself.

The original pelican celeb was Petros. He was found after a storm in 1954, and for some reason or another decided to cease all migrating habits to become one of the locals. Well, who could blame him... beautiful scenery, free food, and affection - for life.

Petros lived on Mykonos for thirty years until his death, but no worries, his spirit lives on. You can see it in his descendants who have made the waterfront home. But wait, you too can own a part of Petros history. Just wander into any souvenir shop on the island and purchase a stuffed animal in the pelican’s liking, which come in all sizes - small, medium, and large.

Mykonos: Life of a Local

I just had to take a picture of this adorable local woman. Doesn't she look like a sweet old lady who'd just shower her grandkids with hugs and kisses and bake them cookies too (well maybe not cookies, but whatever the Greek version of that might be - baklava perhaps)?

Mykonos: The Plain Beauty of it All

Bye, bye Mykonos, I’ll be back. And next time, I'll be sure to stay for the all night parties!

Mykonos: The Peace and Serenity

Hours of island exploration left us beat. And so, we did like these two locals and took a seat in full view of the harbor. Ahhh, I can still remember the fresh Mykonos air, which is so unlike the polluted one I’m breathing right now in New York City (cough, cough).

Mykonos: Waterfront Church

There are hundreds of Greek churches like this one dotting the island. They are typically small, private chapels that are locally owned. We stepped inside the small space of this church and experienced something both eerie and magical at the same time.

Mykonos: The Paraportiani Church

Considered to be the most famous church on the island, Paraportiani is actually a complex of five churches. Four of the churches were built on the ground to form the base, and the fifth was placed on top to form a central domed roof. Interesting stuff, huh?

Funny story, but originally, I insisted on deleting this only picture P.G. took of the church because I didn’t really care for it too much. Besides, we already had tons of pictures of churches. But now, after seeing the exact same picture on the web, I’ve come to realize its cultural and architectural significance. Thank goodness for P.G.’s sense.

Mykonos: Little Venice

Northeast of the Five Windmills, the area of town where you see buildings constructed right on the water’s edge with their balconies overhanging the breaking waves is appropriately referred to as “Little Venice.” This is also the artist’s quarters and one of the best spots to view the sunset .

Mykonos: The Five Windmills

These pure white, cylindrical structures with conical roofs were once used for grinding agricultural products. But nowadays, these windmills see more cameras flashing than grain or wheat. With such unique aesthetics, it’s no wonder they’ve become one of the island’s most recognized landmarks. You’ll find these five windmills on the western tip of town.

Mykonos: Life of a Local

"Fresh fish,…get your fresh fish" - and right on the waterfront too.

Mykonos: Life of a Local

An efficient way of selling produce, it’s the market that comes to you.