The island of Santorini keeps numerous unique landmarks and sites among which tourist will find remarkable archeological areas. A recommended spot to visit for tourists during Santorini vacation is the ancient city of Acrotiri which is located in the southern part of the island. In 1860 local workers discovered ancient constructions and buildings on the area. A result of long years of archeological digging has become an incredible finding being a scale territory with plenty of prehistoric constructions. Their reconstruction and renovation lasts till present days. The crown of the collection of this museum complex is a huge selection of fresco paintings.
Local folks are rather welcoming and hospitable people featuring a fluttering attitude towards their culture. Through many centuries the local folks have managed to preserve numerous … Open
Santorini is a resort island with a well developed infrastructure and plenty of entertainment facilities. One of the main benefits of the resort destination is splendid beach areas with the … Open
The main feature of the city is plenty of ancient churches and monasteries. Most of them are now transformed into museums and art workshops. In the suburbs of the city tourists will find a small fortress, remnants and ruins of antique constructions. Tourists who will lack local landmarks and sites should visit other islands of archipelago. Each of the islands can boast plenty of unique inimitable nature attractions and historical objects.
1. Tourists being not limited in time and wishing to enliven and diverse their leisure should necessarily pay a visit to the city of Rethymno. One may reach the city by ferry. In this case … Open
The picturesque Agios Nikolaos Church is also situated here. This is one of the island’s oldest churches (the first building on this site dates back to the 10th century). Another great place that deserves to be visited in the city of Ia is the Church of Panagia. It has an amazing interior decoration and the spaciousness and charm of Orthodox churches. The church was the first to welcome travelers, after undergoing restoration after the earthquake of 1956. It is located on the village’s main street. Here in Ia are also the Byzantine Castle Ruins. Built in the Byzantine period, the castle was reconstructed in the Venetian period (in the 15th century). It was named after St. Nicholas, following the example of the nearby church. After the 1956 earthquake, the fortress fell into disrepair, after serving the island with faith and truth even during the Ottoman period.
Santorini features incredibly beautiful exotic beaches, each of which is unique and attractive. Akrotiri-Red Beach located next to the cape with a same name is a local attraction. The beach … Open
Skaros Venetian Fortress is the oldest castle in the city. It is located in Imerovigli, close to a beautiful natural attraction – the Skaros Mountains, which offers an incredibly beautiful view of the coast and the entire island. It was built in the thirteenth century, just after Santorini became part of the Duchy of Naxos. The castle was the main one on the island for a long time, and Skaros – Santorini’s capital. The fortress was destroyed after the 17th-century earthquake and was no longer restored. At the foot of the summit, tourists committing a raid into the mountains are waited for by the beautiful church Ekklisia Theoskepasti, which is especially beautiful in the rays of the sun striving for sunset.
Santorini has always been associated with fashionable resorts. The island affects with an abundance of upscale accommodation facilities. Among the most popular hotels in Firostefani, … Open
The capital of the island of Thira is interesting not only for being the location of the above-mentioned places of interest but also for the beautiful Lignos Folklore Museum situated here, which allows you to get to know the local people’s traditional life. Here in the city, there are great theater performances in The White Door Theatro. Another museum, the Megaro Gyzi Museum, introduces visitors to the island’s very interesting history. Particular attention is paid to the volcanic eruption that occurred about four thousand years ago. It is noteworthy that some scientists associate the myths about the disappeared Atlantis with this eruption. In the cultural facility of Santorini Arts Factory, visitors can enjoy one of the great concerts or exhibitions that often take place here.
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