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| Map of Santorini |
Santorini or Thira is located
in the southern Aegean Sea, in the Cyclades island group, south west of Ios and
Anafi. It's the 12th bigger island
of Cyclades with 76km2
extension and 18.883 population. Distance from Piraeus
is 128
nautical miles and 63 nautical miles from Crete. The Athinios
is the island's biggest port and
Fira is the capital. Santorini is
one of the most famous tourist centers of the
world. It is known for its volcano.
As the
ferry manoeuvres into the great caldera of Santorini(Thira),
the land seems to rise up and clamp around it. Gaunt, sheer cliffs loom hundred
of meters above the deep blue sea, nothing grows or grazes to soften the
awesome view, and the only colors are the reddish-brown, black and grey pumice
layers on the cliff face of Santorini. The landscape tells of a history so
dramatic and turbulent that legend hangs as fact upon it.
These
apocalyptic events, though, scarcely concern modern tourists, who come here to
take in the spectacular views, stretch out on the island's dark-sand beaches
and absorb peculiar, infernal geographic features. The tourism industry has changed traditional island life, creating
a rather expensive playground. There is one time-honored local industry,
however, that has benefited from all the outside attention: wine. Santorini is one of Greece's
most important producers, and the fresh, dry white wines it is known for (most
from the assyrtiko grape for which
the region is known) are the perfect accompaniment to the seafood served in the
many restaurants and taverns that hug the island's cliffs.
Beaches
Red Beach(Kokkini Paralia)
The Red Beach is
a rare beach of Santorini, which is worth visiting for
its diversity. It is a picturesque beach and the most famous of the island.
Located in the southwestern part of the island , near the village of Akrotiri.
Access by two ways. Whether by boat from Akrotiri or by car.
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| Red Beach |
Perissa
Located
in the southeastern part of the island, and has everything a visitor can ask who is looking entertainment, day and night. The
beach is one of the largest and most organized of the island with black sand, steep water,
diving school, water park, facilities
and instructors for
water sports, camping, beach
bars, sun beds, umbrellas,
hotels, restaurants, etc. In Perissa
fun never stops.
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| Columbo |
Columbo
Beach Columbo
your offers isolation and quiet. It's a secluded sandy beach , one of the most
beautiful in Santorini. Rocks provides shade from the sun and the waters are
warm, since the area is the most active submarine volcano on the island.
Vlyhada
In the
southernmost point of the island, Vlyhada beach is considered very special
because of the volcanic landscape and rocks surrounding it. Perhaps the most
atmospheric beach of the island. It's a very long beach with black sand and crystal clear
waters which deepen suddenly. The majestic, tall, white cliffs that surround it
, giving it the lunar appearance. Located in the southern part of the island is
easily accessible.
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| Vlyhada |
Kamari
Kamari
is a
large hamlet in the southeastern
part of the island, with many tourists, mainly because
of its proximity to the airport.
The beach is huge
in length and width, fully equipped with sun beds, umbrellas and souvenir
shops, with fine black sand
and gravel and
water that deepens abruptly. At the southern end of the beach dominates a tall cliff, from
which many adventurous swimmers dive.
Other Beaches
Monolithos,
Perivolos, White Beach(Aspri Paralia), Palia Kameni,
Akrotiri.
Sights
The findings from
the Minoan City in Akrotiri
The archaeological site is located near the settlement of Akrotiri, on the southern island. The excavations have brought to light remains of a thriving Minoan colony, which first destroyed by an earthquake and then buried in ash after catastrophic eruption in the 17th century BC.
The Museum of Prehistoric Thera in Fira
One of the most important museums in Greece reports Cycladic art, fossils and discoveries of the 17th century BC from the excavations of Akrotiri, as the mural with the blue monkey, the murals with ladies, gold figurine of a chamois and more.
The Volcano Islands News & Palea Kameni with hot springs
One of the most popular attractions in Santorini is a volcanic island in the center of the caldera, where you can go with excursion boats . Visitors can swim in the hot springs.
The archaeological site is located near the settlement of Akrotiri, on the southern island. The excavations have brought to light remains of a thriving Minoan colony, which first destroyed by an earthquake and then buried in ash after catastrophic eruption in the 17th century BC.
The Museum of Prehistoric Thera in Fira
One of the most important museums in Greece reports Cycladic art, fossils and discoveries of the 17th century BC from the excavations of Akrotiri, as the mural with the blue monkey, the murals with ladies, gold figurine of a chamois and more.
The Volcano Islands News & Palea Kameni with hot springs
One of the most popular attractions in Santorini is a volcanic island in the center of the caldera, where you can go with excursion boats . Visitors can swim in the hot springs.
Volcano
During the summer, there are daily tours to the volcano and the hot springs of the area. From the port of Athinios and the old port of Santorini , departing boats constantly, to the area of the volcano. The trip usually involves climbing the hill of the volcano, swimming in thermal baths, standing in Thirassia for swimming and lunch and return . The trip costs usually 20 με 25 €, depending on your chosen destinations, while children under 12 years pay half ticket.
During the summer, there are daily tours to the volcano and the hot springs of the area. From the port of Athinios and the old port of Santorini , departing boats constantly, to the area of the volcano. The trip usually involves climbing the hill of the volcano, swimming in thermal baths, standing in Thirassia for swimming and lunch and return . The trip costs usually 20 με 25 €, depending on your chosen destinations, while children under 12 years pay half ticket.
Other
Sights
Archaeological
Museum, Folklore Museum, Maritime Museum, Pyrgos Village, The Venetian Castle.
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| Santorini(Oia) |
Transportation
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| Sunset |
By plane:
The airport is on the east side of the island, near Monolithos. Buses are not
frequent, so make sure you have arranged a pickup.
By ferry:
All ferries dock at the port
of Athinios.
Destinations:
Amorgos(1-3 weekly, 3hr), Anafi(2-5 weekly, 1hr 20min), Astypalea(1 weekly, 3
hr), Folegandros(1-2 daily, 1 hr 30min), Ios(1-3 daily, 1hr), Kimolos(2 weekly,
4hr), Milos(4-6 weekly, 2hr), Mykonos(1-3 daily, 2hr 30min), Naxos(2-4 daily,
1hr 30min), Paros(1 daily, 4hr-7hr), Pireas(3-5 daily, 5-9hr), Rodos(5-6
weekly, 9-10hr), Syros(5-6 weekly, 2hr), Tinos(5 weekly, 3hr)
Getting Around
By bus:
Buses leave Fira from south of Theotokopoulou square to Perissa, Perivolos,
Kamari, Monolithos, Akrotiri, Athinios, Vlihada. (ktel-santorini.gr)
By taxi:
The taxi base is near Fira bus station.(22860 22555)
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| Santorini by Night |
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