Post on 20-Aug-2015
Santorini, Santorini, Thera or Thira is a small, circular archipelago of volcanic islands located in southern Aegean Sea , about 200 km southeast of mainland Greek, is one of the most known and famous Greek islands with an area of approximately 73 km ² and a population of 13,402 inhabitants in 2011.
It is also the place that inspired the legend of Atlantis, the underwater city
The island of Santorini was formed by the eruption of a volcano about 3500 years ago, which plunged much of the island leaving what is today
In Santorini we can find two most visited villages, Fira and Oia
and luxury hotels visited by famous and
rich people.
FIRA
OIA
LUXURY
There are several museums in Santorini. Each one shows some elements of ancient Greek culture as well as pottery, old constructions or gastronomy.
MUSEUMS
GASTRONOMYIn Greece the most famous food is the cheese, that has a very intense flavor. It is also well known for the gastronomy of Santorini olive oil, that is used for many meals.
CURIOSITIES
Santorini is famous, among other things, for its white houses with blue roofs.
Another tourist attraction are the donkeys to go up or down to the town of Fira
PARTIES AND FESTIVITIESSantorini parties are mainly concentrated during the summer months and almost all have a religious character.
There is also a great festive atmosphere during day and night, especially in some of the most popular beaches for youth.
MONUMENTSIn Santorini won`t find monuments, but elements of the ancient Minoan civilization abound.
There are also several orthodox religious shrines that are curious to visit.