Santorini (also called Fira) is probably the most photographed island and probably one of the most beautiful islands of Greece. The island was created of a (now resting) volcano erupted in a devastating way. Because of this outburst is the heart of the crater and part of the crater wall collapsed into the sea. By ferry you actually sail the old crater inside.
The west side of the island is very impressive by the very steep rock walls with on the peaks the snow-white houses. This steep rock walls runs from west to east into endless pebble and sandy beaches that have the volcanic origin usually black or sometimes red.
From the capital Fira is the much lower old port (starting point of the excursion boats to the nearby volcanic islands) accessible via cable car or mule.
Along the crater rim is a beautiful walking path that connects Fira with the further village called Imerovigli. From this path you have constantly stunning views.
The most beautiful sunsets (often published in travel books, on calendars, postcards, etc.) can be seen in the village of Oia. This is a traditional village with many blue domed churches and cave dwellings.
Since 2012 the archaeological site Akrotiri reopened. This is a Minoan city around 1500 BC that was destroyed by a volcanic eruption.
You can visit the Santorini volcano (caldera) daily. Two small islands in the middle of the caldera, Palea and Nea Kameni, the youngest volcanic islands in the eastern Mediterranean. The island of Nea Kameni can be visited but will be still well monitored by scientists because although it is now quiet scientists certain that there are bursts ( can ) to come, the only question is when and how severe.
Santorini is actually a great attraction.
The west side of the island is very impressive by the very steep rock walls with on the peaks the snow-white houses. This steep rock walls runs from west to east into endless pebble and sandy beaches that have the volcanic origin usually black or sometimes red.
From the capital Fira is the much lower old port (starting point of the excursion boats to the nearby volcanic islands) accessible via cable car or mule.
Along the crater rim is a beautiful walking path that connects Fira with the further village called Imerovigli. From this path you have constantly stunning views.
The most beautiful sunsets (often published in travel books, on calendars, postcards, etc.) can be seen in the village of Oia. This is a traditional village with many blue domed churches and cave dwellings.
Since 2012 the archaeological site Akrotiri reopened. This is a Minoan city around 1500 BC that was destroyed by a volcanic eruption.
You can visit the Santorini volcano (caldera) daily. Two small islands in the middle of the caldera, Palea and Nea Kameni, the youngest volcanic islands in the eastern Mediterranean. The island of Nea Kameni can be visited but will be still well monitored by scientists because although it is now quiet scientists certain that there are bursts ( can ) to come, the only question is when and how severe.
Santorini is actually a great attraction.