Mykonos is a Greek island
and a mass tourist destination, renowned for its intense nightlife.
The island is part of the Cyclades, lying between Siros, Paros, Tinos,
and Naxos. It spans an area of 105.184 km2 and rises at an
elevation of 342m at its highest point. The island has
little natural fresh water and relies on the desalination of sea water
in order to meet its needs. There are 9,530 inhabitants (2011) most of
whom live in the largest town, Mykonos, also known as Chora , which lies on the west coast.
It is believed that the island was named
after a local hero, who is considered an offspring of the god Apollo
and was worshipped locally in antiquity.
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