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One of the hottest tourist destinations in the world and the second most popular destination in Greece, Mykonos is known for its cosmopolitan lifestyle and active nightlife.
Built in Cycladic architecture, Chora, the capital of the island, is lined with traditional small houses having flat roofs, brightly painted wooden doors and windows and balconies overflowing with flowers in a burst of colors set on paved narrow streets that add to the magical allure of Mykonos. In a small quarter of the island, where western culture meets the Aegean Sea, there is a different type of architecture.

Called “Little Venice”, the place is full of beautiful Venetian houses located right on the waterfront with their balconies overhanging the waters. It is believed that this special type of construction was necessary for the quick loading and unloading of goods way back in the 16th and 17th century when pirates roamed the high seas.
Highly cosmopolitan with numerous cafes, bars and shops, Little Venice is pretty popular with tourists and it is regarded by many as one of most beautiful spots in Cyclades. Another beautiful spot of Mykonos is the hill with the windmills, on top of a hill overlooking the town. These traditional windmills have been renovated and give nice view to the port, Chora and the amazing sunset of Mykonos, when the bright sun dives into the sea with an orange background.

Apart from the picturesque spots, Mykonos is also popular for its sandy beaches, which are lined with beach bars and water sports centers. Beach parties are held all day and night in Mykonos and the atmosphere is always vivid. Most beaches are organized with sun beds and umbrellas and people can practice various sea sports, such as banana, jet ski and windsurfing. Most popular beaches include Super Paradise, Paranga and Elia on the southern side of the island, however more quiet beaches can also be found on the north of Chora. Highly developed in tourism but still keeping its traditional character, Mykonos is mostly recognized as the island of youth and fun, the island that never sleeps!

Patmos is a small island in the Aegean Sea. One of the northernmost islands of the Dodecanese complex. The highest point is Profitis Ilias, 269 meters above sea level.

Patmos' main communities are Chora (the capital city), and Skala, the only commercial port. Other settlements are Grikou and Kampos. The churches and communities on Patmos are of the Eastern Orthodox tradition. In 1999, the island's historic center Chora, along with the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian and the Cave of the Apocalypse, were declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.[1] The monastery was founded by Saint Christodulos. Patmos is also home to the Patmian School, a notable Greek seminary.

Patmos is mentioned in the Christian scriptural Book of Revelation. The book's introduction states that its author, John, was on Patmos when he was given (and recorded) a vision from Jesus. Earliest Christian tradition identifies this writer as John the Apostle. As such, Patmos is a destination for Christian pilgrimage. Visitors can see the cave where John is said to have received his Revelation (the Cave of the Apocalypse), and several monasteries on the island are dedicated to Saint John.

Ephesus was an ancient Greek city, and later a major Roman city, on the west coast of Asia Minor, near present-day Selçuk, Izmir Province, Turkey. It was one of the twelve cities of the Ionian League during the Classical Greek era. In the Roman period, it was for many years the second largest city of the Roman Empire; ranking behind Rome, the empire's capital.

The city was famed for the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The temple was destroyed in 401 AD by a mob led by St. John Chrysostom. Emperor Constantine I rebuilt much of the city and erected new public baths. The town was again partially destroyed by an earthquake in 614 AD. The city's importance as a commercial center declined as the harbor was slowly silted up by the Cayster River (Küçük Menderes).

Ephesus was one of the seven churches of Asia that are cited in the Book of Revelation. The Gospel of John may have been written here.  It is also the site of a large gladiators' graveyard.
Today's archaeological site lies 3 kilometers southwest of the town of Selçuk, in the Selçuk district of İzmir Province, Turkey. The ruins of Ephesus are a favorite international and local tourist attraction, partly owing to their easy access from Adnan Menderes Airport and via the port of Kuşadası.

The island of Santorini, or Thira is located in the Cyclades islands, in the middle of the Greek Islands of the Aegean Sea. Santorini is, along with Mykonos and Crete, the most famous holiday destinations in Greece. It is a small group of volcanic islands and its name refers to Saint Irene. Called also Strongili and Kalisti, the island was the site of one of the largest volcanic eruptions in the world and what remains today is a submerged volcano and a caldera. The island of Santorini is related to the myth of Atlantis, the amazing views from the villages of Fira, Oia perched on cliffs, santorinian sunset, the black and red beaches, the wine.

The beaches of Santorini are much different than other beaches in Greece due to their special geographical features. Red and black volcanic pebbles lay the shores of Santorini beaches and steep cliffs provide a picturesque ambience. The most famous is the Red beach, while particularly popular are Perissa, Kamari and Perivolos.

The villages of Santorini Greece are considered among the most beautiful villages in the Greek islands. Fira and Oia are the most famous villages, perched on the edge of the caldera and giving amazing view to the Aegean Sea and the volcano. Firostefani and Imerovigli are also beautiful spots with traditional architecture.