How does Mykonos get fresh water?

Currently, Mykonos quenches its thirst only from desalination units that collectively have a nominal capacity of 10,000 cubic meters per day. This includes 4,000 cubic meters from units located at the old Slaughterhouses and 6,000 cubic meters from the units installed in the Korfos area.



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Traditionally, the Greeks used cisterns and wells for fresh water needs. Today, about 40 percent of Greece's fresh water comes from underground wells. The rest is produced by desalination plants, although they are expensive to operate and generally considered unsustainable.

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There might be bacteria and chlorine byproducts that ruin its purity. It doesn't matter in what area of the island you stay – the water is the same on the entire destination. Also, the water's Ph level is a bit higher than most tourists are used to, so it might cause stomach issues if you drink it.

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Of course, nationally things have been updated since then, but generally, pipes remain too narrow to handle any non-human waste. The biggest thing is to note is simply this: don't flush toilet paper down the loo. You will find there are bins to the side of the toilet where you can dispose of your tissue instead.

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In the late 1930s, Greece was suffering from a cholera epidemic, and the nation's leader at the time, Ioannis Metaxas, ordered all Greek citizens to whitewash their houses. The whitewash used to paint the outside of citizens' homes contained limestone, which happens to be a potent disinfectant.

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Because of the seasonal cool meltemi wind (similar to the other Cyclades islands) and the moderating sea, summer days are relatively cool, dry, sunny and pleasant. The reason for the low overall rainfall is the rain shadow of the Pindus mountain range, which dry out the westerly winds.

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Mykonos is loaded with great beaches. It's a beach paradise whether you're looking for swimming, sunbathing, beach resorts, beach parties, or water sports. Paradise, Super Paradise, and Paraga Beaches are the main party beaches. Ornos and Platis Gialos are great for families and couples.

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While there may be exceptions in some newly built resorts and modern hotels, the overwhelmingly common rule is to avoid flushing paper products down the toilets in Greece. And don't worry about forgetting. You'll come across plenty of fun signage to remind you.

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Romans, Venetians, and Ottoman Turks ruled the island during different periods of time. Nonetheless, ever since the Greek War of Independence, Mykonos belongs to Greece.

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Santorini is best known as a romantic island with one-of-a-kind views, whereas Mykonos is more about sandy beaches and spirited partying. Depending on the vibe you seek, both islands suit holidays à deux. Solo travellers and groups of friends will also find both appealing, though Mykonos offers more in terms of edge.

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Black is a flattering color for everyone, and it will fit in well at the upscale beach clubs in Mykonos or by the pools in Santorini.

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If they are made with tap water, they may not be safe to consume, especially in the Greek Islands. However, many hotels use bottled water to make ice cubes, which gets you a safe drink. If you have any doubts, we recommend removing the ice cubes from your drink before they have a chance to melt.

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