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Santorini is a volcanic island in the Cycla- both close to a sea and offers a good view to a sunset over des group of the Greek islands. It is located the sea: in other towns, the sun disappears behind the vol- between Ios and islands. It is famous cano. for dramatic views, stunning sunsets from While the island is full of medium- and top-cost hotels and Oia town, the strange white aubergine villas, there are still lots of abandoned caves and modest (eggplant), the town of Thira and naturally its very own ac- private houses where noone seems to live for a long time -- tive . There are naturally fantastic beaches such as even in western Oia where every inch seems to be occupied the beach of Perissa, maybe the best beach in Santorini, the by some villa. And this doesn’t seem to change for years, black pebble beach of Kamari, white beach and red beach. judging by 2001-2005. Santorini is one of the great natural wonders of the world, Thirassia: small island near Santorini; place with more au- and its main attraction is the landscape and seascape of thentic villages, buildings and even churches. Take a look at the island itself. The configuration of the present, roughly hymnasia: in the yard, pupil painted children on the walls. semicircular island is the result of an enormous volcanic ex- Boat excursions: volcano island (Nea Kameni) - hot springs plosion which occurred probably around 1630 bce, literally (Palia Kameni) - Thirassia blowing the top off the island and changing what had been a From Ia: departure from Ammoudi bay at 10:50AM (starting typical half-submerged mountain of an Aegean island into a and end point); a bit later from Armeni bay. 1hr 30min at vol- flooded crescent , in the middle of which a few small cano island; 45min for hot springs; 2hrs for Thirassia (incl. smoking islands still bear witness to volcanic activity. Some time for lunch). Meals are not included, normally the guide have speculated that this event was the inspiration for the advises you to visit Captain Jack self-service tavern, which myth of Atlantis. The towns of , Ia (also known as Oia) is so-so; it’s smarter to wait half an hour and have your meal and Thirasis cling to the steep cliffs facing into the caldera on Santorini where competition is higher and choice is bet- bay. Tours to the central “smoking” islands are readily avail- ter. Expect to pay around € 15 for the excursion. able and one can see and feel steam vents and recent Faros. A lighthouse near Akrotiri, west of the southern part of (1950s) lava flows. the island. Rocky cliff, interesting for taking photos. Although Another popular reason for coming to Santorini are the you cannot enter the lighthouse, which is run by Greek Navy, legendary sunsets, some of the most it’s a great and tranquil place for taking photos. spectacular in the world. Ia is one of a viewpoint behind Iris hotel (close to center of the island): the few places on the island which is great for taking sunset photos with a sea and palm trees.

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