SANTORINI

Santorini, also known as Thira, belongs to the Cyclades complex. It is well known for its volcano, which is Greece's newest volcano and Europes' most active. Santorini is one of the most gorgeous natural wonders and most breathtaking scenery in the world, a legacy of the volcano that has become one of the most popular holiday destinations around the world due to volcanic and rugged beauty of the sunset from the top of the caldera, a pole of attraction for Greek and international celebrities.





The old port of Santorini is below Fira. In the past, the climb was only by donkey or on foot of the stairs. Today there is asphalt that leads to Fira and the impressive cable car and donkeys have become an alternative way of picturesque tourists climb. The new port is located just south of ships from Piraeus and other islands. You will also find many car rental agencies, hotels, etc., in the harbor there are buses and taxis to take you to Fira, Oia and elsewhere.


Fira is the capital of the island with a mixture of Venetian and Cycladic architecture, cobblestone streets with all sorts of shops, restaurants and cafes. An island with a very significant tourist infrastructure, Santorini, character, culture, gastronomy, nightlife in Fira and the beaches and shopping complex. Luxury hotels, scheduled transportation to all the beaches and villages, beaches and interesting archaeological sites.





The island of Santorini is the perfect choice for those seeking a cosmopolitan setting with luxury hotels, gourmet restaurants and taverns offering local specialties from local produce, with a strong tradition in many liquor stores. White sandy beaches with black sand, hotels with great views of the caldera, Fira, Oia, Imerovigli and Firostefani. The volcanic islands of Palea and Nea Kameni volcano that resembles still lives beneath the calm blue waters.


Focusing in Fira, Oia, Imerovigli and the smaller inland villages and smaller seaside resorts on the island, away from the crowds that continue to attract many followers on the island every year.





The popularity of the island due to its unique and amazing volcanic nature and the excavations at Akrotiri revealed a Minoan city of prehistoric times, buried by the massive eruption of Santorini 3,500 years ago. Because of these two factors, Santorini is perhaps one of the busiest places in Greece.


Thousands of tourists, both Greeks and foreigners, newlyweds, celebrities, visit the island each summer for an unforgettable vacation, pictures of Santorini overlooking the sunset is a registered trademark of the island. Many cruise ships stop in Santorini daily during the season with hundreds of passengers
The center of all activities of Santorini is Fira. The most important part of the road between the city of the Red Cross, which has much of nightlife in Santorini, and Visitation Street, where you will find many of the luxurious restaurants and hotels in Santorini.


In this presentation you can find the best view of the Aegean, the amazing sunsets and views of the Caldera. The city is a museum and many beautiful churches, the cathedral one of the most beautiful. One kilometer north of the city is another popular village of Santorini, in particular, Imerovigli is quieter than Fira and is an ideal place to stay with the same beautiful view and you can walk to Fira. Further north, about 10 km, lies the village of Oia.




For many vacationers choose to stay because of the scenic atmosphere and fantastic views from high above sea level.
As a result of the immense popularity as a tourist resort island, every kind of tourist businesses have grown on the island. These include luxury hotels, hostels, campsites, restaurants, beach bars, shops and stores selling high fashion, jewelry and furs. The plethora of tourist shops located in Fira, Santorini's capital, reminiscent of San Marino in Italy. With its narrow streets full of shops, specialty shops, restaurants and cafes.


One of the most famous local products of Santorini wines. A visit to local wineries is something you should do and almost every guided tour includes a visit to a winery in Santorini. The beaches of Santorini in Greece is unique due to the volcanic nature with gray sand and black pebbles.





Fira, Oia and Imerovigli are the most popular cities in Santorini. However, one of the most important places to visit on your vacation is the Cape. Akrotiri is probably one of the main reasons that the developed tourism industry on the island. This is because the archaeological discoveries that many believe to be the lost Atlantis. Archaeologists continue to slowly bring to light the ruins of an ancient city that had a very high level of civilization.




Other resorts on the island are the beach resorts of Perissa Koumari to the east, northeast villages of Fira Fira, Emporio, 12 km southeast of the city, and Apple, with beautiful Cycladic architecture and neoclassical mansions. In Megalochori worth visiting the church of Panagia containing many Russian icons. Another popular resort, located near the northern town of Oia, is the Palm tree. Between the villages of Santorini, the Tower is the first village you come to after getting off the port of Santorini to Athens, the Tower is an alternative place to stay as it is cheaper accommodation elsewhere. The same can be said for the small village of Gonia, just east of the Tower.


One thing you should know before visiting the island of Santorini is that it is one of the cheapest islands in Greece and the stay can be a problem in high season if you have not pre-booked. Therefore, a good tip is to plan your stay in Santorini before arrival