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Magical Delos, sister island of Mykonos, first inhabited in 3000 B.C.This island, declared
"Sacred Island" by the Greek government, contains ruins of one of the most important
and glorious civilizations the world has ever known. The island itself is relatively
small - six kilometers long and 1,500 meters wide - but it is monumental in Greek history
and mythology. Delos is not only the geological center of the Cyclades, but was once
the commercial, religious, and commercial center of ancient Greece.The myth of Delos :
Zeus was looking for a sanctuary for Leto who he impregnated so she could give birth
out of the sight of Hera, the very jealous wife of Zeus. He chose Delos. Leto gave birth to
Apollo, god of light, and his sister Artemis, goddess of hunting.History tells us that the island
was probably first inhabited in 3000 B.C. and at the end of the fourth century it developed
into a major commercial center, competing with Rhodes. By Roman times, Delos had
roughly 25,000 inhabitants. Archaeologists uncovered evidence of Ioanians living here
in the 7th century B.C., followed through the centuries by Athenians, Delians, Egyptians,
Syrians, and Romans. Delos' rule over the sea was established around 478 B.C. when a
Delian confederacy was formed to bring neighboring islands under its influence, thus
establishing Delos' supremacy. During this time, lavish festivals were held every five years
to honor the gods. Large barges brought animals from neighboring islands for sacrifice
and the most nubile Delian maidens were chosen to dance and sing hymns in honor
of the gods. The island's fall was sudden and brutal. In 88 B.C. During the Mithriadic
War, the island was completely destroyed. It was not until late in the 19th century
that archaeologists began excavations that revealed the glory of Delos and encouraged
the Greek government to establish strict rules for this site..   

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Mykonos (Rental boat for the day - overnight is forbidden on this island)     


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