Santorini – Rising Proudly from the Aegean Sea

Santorini, perhaps the most beautiful island in Greece and among the most attractive islands in Europe will rock you in more ways than one. Only few visitors remain unmoved by astonishing multicolored cliffs and beaches of volcanic sand, white Cycladic houses and donkeys of Santorini. Even those who have never seen this island in the Aegean Sea would recognize it immediately. Santorini or Thira is well known for its enthralling archaelogy, old wineries and fine dining, a vibrant nightlife and breathtaking sunsets. Prepare yourself for sharing the experience with crowds of visitors from cruise ships and fellow holidaymakers. In spite of that, Santorini manages to cope with the tourists and to remain attractive, beautiful and exotic.

The top destinations on Santorini island are Fira, Karteradhos, Megalochori, Akrotiri, Perissa, Imerovigli, Oia, Perivolos, Kamari and Firostefani. Carved out of the cliffs, Oia with typical Greek architecture, cave houses and Venetian sea captains’ houses is incredible place for poking around. If you stay for the sunset in Oia, you’ll be spellbound. No wonder it’s legendary experience, especially viewed from a boat.

Fira, the capital, is a slice of heaven wit its pristine whitewashed buildings and dramatic cliffs. If you are a fan of archaeology, the Archaeological Museum in Fira contains Minoan artifacts. Monasteries and churches of Santorini’s capital will offer you a glimpse into contemporary and historical religious makeup of this lovely island in the Aegean sea. Spend a lovely day exploring the cafes and shops along narrow footpaths of Fira.

The present day shape of Santorini is crescent as a consequence of the volcano’s activity in prehistoric times, related with the myth of the lost Atlantis. The current geological caldera was created by an enormous explosion of a volcano about 3,600 years ago.

Although small in size, Santorini has been considered to be one of the top gastronomical destinations with incredible wineries and restaurants and one of the top honeymoon destination in Europe.