Santorini is a small archipelago, a ring of five volcanic islands in the Aegean Sea. It consists of Thirassia, Nea Kameni, Palea Kameni, Aspronisi and Santorini, also known as Thira. The archipelago is part of the Greek Cyclades, which consist of 56 large and small islands.

 

It is customary to talk about Santorini in superlatives: there is stunningly beautiful architecture, magnificent, incomparable landscapes, wonderful opportunities for an unforgettable vacation. The most famous photographs of the island with numerous snow-white houses located on multi-level terraces on the side of a cliff are taken in Thira, the island's most popular resort. You can find more info at the https://santorini-more.com/santorini-beaches/

 

 

 

Santorini: a bit of history and legends

The oldest inhabitants of Santorini settled here around 3000 BC. Around 1627 B.C. a powerful volcanic eruption occurred on the island, which radically changed its appearance and probably caused the death of the Minoan civilization in Crete. According to one of the legends, it was this eruption that was the basis of the stories about Atlantis and its disappearance.