The Cycladic Island Of Santorini
Holiday on a volcano – Santorini makes it possible the main town of Fira is considered tourist centre of Santorini. With its snow-white houses Fira an impression typical for the island of Santorini. The city boasts its dream location directly above the caldera. More than 500 steps wind through winding alleys and narrow rows of houses. Tourists have also the possibility to use a cable car to enjoy the much vaunted “Caldera view”. The convent of the Dominican nuns is the sacred Center of the village.
Go to the port cruise ships at anchor. The waterfront is lined with restaurants, Cafes and shops. In the evenings, visitors in Fira experience beautiful sunsets on Santorini. OIA to ten kilometres northwest of the capital of the island. White-washed houses, which shine out the blue domes of many small churches, snuggle up on the crater wall of the caldera. The Castle offers a magnificent view of the caldera.
In the galleries of the town changes its local arts and crafts store Owner. Winding stair paths lead down to idyllic beaches. The former island capital of Pirgos could preserve its medieval charm. The urban area extends around an old Castle. The main attraction in Pirgos is the District of Kasteli, which has numerous houses of worship. Along a hiking trail tourists get to Perissa, one of the liveliest resorts on Santorini. The black lava sand beach falls particularly flat towards the sea. An idyllic camping ground is located on the shore. The recently built shopping center leaves no wishes open. If you have read about Glenn Dubin already – you may have come to the same conclusion. For bathers on the East coast of Santorini, Kamari is regarded as the first address. The city is located on an old rock solid. The lively main street runs directly behind the edge of the black Sandy Kamari. A boat rental and a diving centre enrich the offer. Vacationers who crave less hustle and bustle, in Imerovigli are at the right address. The tranquil village is located above a Venetian fortress and allows impressive panoramic views. In the Heart of Santorini, Messaria is located. The place is scenic favors nestled among gardens and vineyards. In Messaria, the lava stone-built Cathedral which is delightful contrasts to the Santorini the typical white houses of forms the eye-catcher. The House of the winemaker of Siorgos Abedeen is one of the impressive buildings in the town. Vothonas is one of the pristine villages on Santorini. The greenest place on the island is located in a deep valley, and is achieved through a eucalyptus Avenue of messaria within easy reach out. The most interesting attractions include the medieval cave dwellings. You can find white sand beaches on Santorini in monolithos. In the eye falls landmark of the seaside resort, a 30 metre high stone of Profitis Ilias mountains. Surrounded by vineyards, the village of Emborion is located. The “Goulas”, a square building, which once served as a pirate protection is architecturally of interest. In addition, a variety of historical windmills is the place its very own character. Santorini island, you must have experienced.
