Hello dear friends,
Today I would like to tell you about my trip to Santorini 2 years ago
The history.
Accoding to the legend,Santorini rose up from the depth of the sea and this ,in combination with the eraption of the volcano.The first signs of the life were evident in the mid 3rd century B.C.The name Santorini ,which is a contraction of the name Santa Irini,was given to the island by the Latin Empire referencing the name of old cathedral of Saint Irene, the ruins of which were discovered in 1992 at the food of the mountain in the village of Perissa.
In 1613 B.C. was the large volcanic eruption of circa.
During 2 days we visited two main towns and small villages.
FIRA.
Fira-the capital of Santorini.It dominates the west side of the island,built high up on sharp cliff at the altitude 250 m above sea level.We admire white washed houses,alleyways,museum of Prehistoric Thera,Archaelogical museum.There you can sit in cosy cafe ,drink coffee and admire bird’s eye view over Caldera.Here you can find the most outstanding beauty hotels,restaurants,shops.But they are not cheap!)
OIA.
Oia-is the most graphic village of the island with fantastic view ,marvelous mansions.At free time you can walk along the streets and admire the old neo-classical manors,the manmade eyries that seem to hang on the edge of the precipice.
In the evening we can enjoied sunset,it is magical!People arriving from around the world to gaze it charming sunset.
PERISSA.
The beautiful and gorgeous beaches of Perissa–an extensive coastline -5 km long.The fine black sand ,the crystal clear water create the comfort for all visitors who wants enjoy the sea and local cuisine.In local taverns we tasted traditional Greek dish FAVA(mashed peas)
If you will have possibility --you need to taste excellent local wine! It is wonderful and delisious.
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It is famous black sand of Santorini.
Some words about ancient vineyard.The grapes were grown and cultivated since 17 th century B.C.The volcanic soil contribute to the production of high quality wine.The rock-hewn wineries are important sightseeing destination for the island.
The rare natural beauty ,the rich history,the unique of this island made Santorini one of the world’s top and most attractive destinations.
Do you know that famous writer Jules Vern wrote his novel here ‘’ 20 000 Leagues Under the Sea’'?
Santorini was his main souse of inspiration in writting his novel ‘’ The Misterious Island’’
I advice you to visit this island.
You can take ferry from island Crete ,it take 2 hours to get to Santorini.
My album from Santorini
