India, April 21 -- With its winning trifecta of sandy beaches, boutique hotels, and unpretentious tavernas, Milos, one of the most beautiful islands in Greece, seduces couples, water lovers, and gastronomes alike. There's no denying the Cycladic isle, where the famed Venus de Milo marble statue was unearthed by a farmer in 1820, is breathlessly romantic. Otherworldly landscapes sculpted by wind and sea shot to fame via Instagram in recent years, transforming the once low-profile island into a sought-after hot spot.

Rich in minerals and precious metals, Milos has been mined since the Neolithic era, starting with obsidian. Its volcanic origins explain the kaleidoscope of colours gracing the rugged cliffs and coastlines. But tourism wasn't ...