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9 +1 places you should see in Santorini in 2022

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You do not need special recommendations when talking about the island of Santorini in 2022. The volcanic island of Cyclades is famous all over the world for its magical sunsets, breathtaking views, surreal beaches and hundreds of white churches with blue domes. See 9 +1 places you should see in Santorini in 2022 while you spend your holidays there.

1. Fira

Fira, the capital of Santorini, is one of the best places to see on the island. It is the perfect Cycladic city that one would say is a real postcard landscape. Wander the alleys of the city and discover the famous white and blue houses, admire the wonderful view of the caldera and enjoy elegant boutiques and luxury hotels with wonderful infinity pools. If you are a lover of history or if you want to learn more about Santorini in 2022, you can visit the two museums of Fira, the Museum of Prehistoric Thera and the Archaeological Museum.

2. Oia

Oia is a traditional settlement of Santorini and one of the most famous places in Greece and the world. It is the best place to enjoy the sunset of Santorini in 2022 which is world famous and millions of visitors travel from all over the world to enjoy it. If you are looking for the perfect place for the sunset, you can either find a spot in the city itself or book a table in one of the restaurants overlooking the Aegean.

3. Imerovigli

Imerovigli or Merovigli is a village of Santorini located 3 km northwest of Fira, at the highest point of the caldera. Its name consists of the words day and vigla and probably comes from the existence of a diary, that is, a small tower that functioned as a day observatory. Imerovigli belongs to the most beautiful parts of the island to enjoy the sunset more quietly and without crowds.

4. Archaeological site of Akrotiri

If you are interested in the history of Santorini in 2022, the ancient site of Akrotiri is one of the best places on the island to visit. Akrotiri is an ancient Minoan city that was destroyed by a volcanic eruption in 1,613 BC. and was only rediscovered in 1967 during an archaeological excavation. The location is one of the most important in the Aegean Sea and is also characterized as the “Lost Atlantis”.

5. Three Bells of Fira

One of the most famous and most photographed places of the island is the Three Bells of Fira. The characteristic three church bells are found in photos of thousands of magazines worldwide and in millions of posts on Instagram. The view from there is unique. It is the place where you can calm down at any time of the day and be photographed overlooking the Aegean Sea and the colors of the sunset. The feast of the church is on the 15th of August.

6. Pyrgos

Pyrgos is the highest village of Santorini which is located 10 km southeast of Fira. In the village there are 48 churches and chapels with the most important being the church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary which was built during the years 1660 – 1661 and there on Good Friday becomes the most important epitaph of the village. The Tower, in addition to its traditional beauty, is especially popular for the procession of the Epitaph on Good Friday night, when fires are lit in tin lamps throughout the village.

7. Ammoudi

Ammoudi is a small fishing village located below Oia. It used to be used as a port for sailing merchant ships carrying goods from all over the island and its buildings were mainly warehouses for these goods. To reach the bay you have to go down about 300 steps that will lead you to the beautiful beach with taverns and restaurants. If you want to take a dip in the sea, follow the path after the restaurants where you will find a nice place to swim and dive in the clear waters.

8. Red Beach

Red Beach is unlike any other. For a start, it is framed by striking red rocks along the black volcanic sand. It is located in Akrotiri, a short distance from the archeological site. Although small in size, there are many umbrellas and sunbeds to enjoy a dip in a surreal place with crystal clear waters. You can only get there in 5 minutes on foot. You can take a tour of Santorini!

9. Megalochori

Megalochori is another picturesque village of Santorini. You will not find too many visitors in this small village, so it is a great place to enjoy the quiet, the sun and to get to know the authentic beauty of the island. It is located 10 minutes from Fira and is associated with wine production as it hosts popular and famous wineries in Greece.

+1. Emporio

Emporio or “Nimborio” is the largest village of Santorini. It is located at a distance of 12 km from Fira, at the foot of the mountain of Profitis Ilias and very close to the beaches of Perivolo and Perissa. One of the characteristics of the village is the tower of Goulas, a square tower in the northern part of the village, which was built during the period of Venetian rule, probably around the 15th century. Picturesque streets, thousands of visitors, donkeys and traditional settlements are some of what you will see in this village and they will steal your heart.

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Live a great experience in Santorini 2022

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Santorini 2022 is one of the most enchanting islands in Greece. It is a rocky island just opposite the volcano, with black and red beaches and its cities hanging on the caldera and the cliffs of the volcano offering unique views and fantastic sunsets.

The island of Santorini has a dramatic beauty in contrast to the lush vegetation and greenery of other islands. The volcano is still active, and the last eruption occurred in 1950, causing an earthquake that destroyed many villages on the island.

Santorini has the only volcano caldera in the world where it is inhabited, this is the main reason for the millions of tourists who visit the island every year.

Unlike other islands in Greece, cities and villages are built on the rocks of the Caldera and from a distance look like snow on very high mountain peaks.

The colored layers of volcanic rock are spectacular in themselves: chocolate brown, rusty red, ocher yellow, white and cream. Geological uniqueness, however, is not the only thing that makes Santorini 2022 a magical holiday destination.

The enchanting sunset of Santorini 2022

Many have read about the spectacular sunset that occurs on this island and the skeptic may wonder if the sunset can actually appear differently here and not from the neighboring islands of Naxos or Ios and Anafi.

However, the sunset in Santorini, from the Caldera, is really a magical painting with the volcano as a backdrop.

The colors change from deep red to yellow to orange and purple, as the sun sinks in the Aegean and turns golden red reflecting light on the sea and the surrounding islands.

Sights of Santorini 2022

Ancient Thira

Ancient Thira is located at the top of the Southeastern peak of the highest mountain of Santorini, Profitis Ilias, just above Kamari. There was the ancient settlement of Thira. There is also a small church from 1100, the area was used by the Romans as an administrative center.

The road that leads to the top starts from the southern end of the bay in Kamari at the foot of the mountain. Those who have a good energy reserve can walk to the top following the winding road. the ascent takes about 45 minutes, but the easiest way is to get up by car or take a minibus that makes the route from Kamari.

In the parking lot you will find a canteen, benches and a car park. From Ancient Thira there is a stunning view over the east coast of Santorini and the coastal resorts of Kamari and Perissa. If you plan to walk or drive, it is a good idea to get there before 11 in the morning, before many tourists arrive.

Visit Oia and Fira

In Oia you will have the best sunsets, also Oia and Fira are excellent cities for walking and shopping. In Fira there is a folklore museum, the fortress from the Middle Ages, two Dioceses, one Catholic and one Orthodox.

In the city of Fira you can go to the church of Ag. Minas, which is the church you will see in many postcards of Santorini.

If you go to Fira in September, there is a famous classical music festival every year. You should also visit the old capital, Pyrgos.

Visit Akrotiri

Akrotiri is an ancient city that was buried underground when the volcano erupted 3,500 years ago. The buildings are in very good condition and we can say that it is Pompeii of Greece. The archeological site of Akrotiri is one of the best in Greece, you are under a canopy and visitors can walk over the ruins on bridges that allows you to get better view and photographs.

What to do in Santorini 2022

There are tennis courts in Kamari and Karterados. In Perissa there is mini golf, water park, go kart and roller skating. In Fira and Kamari there are volleyball and basketball courts. There are also many places to go cycling.

Many enjoy the approximately two hours walk from Imerovigli to Fira, which is a very beautiful experience, but make sure you have water with you, although today the two cities with Firostefani in the middle are almost connected.

The night life is concentrated in Kamari, Perissa and Fira. Do not forget the famous wineries of the island, where you can visit and taste the local wines of Santorini.

It is a good idea to go on one of the trips offered by Santorini tours Santorini 2022. There are trips to the sunset at night, and excursions to the volcano and the islands of Palea Kameni and Thirasia, where there is a small picturesque village.

In Fira you can also visit the Archaeological Museum and the Prehistoric Museum where you can see objects from the excavations in Akrotiri, as well as many sculptural objects that cover the rich in historical past Santorini, from prehistoric time to the Neolithic, Minoan, Hellenistic , Roman and Byzantine time. You can take a tour of Santorini!

The villages of Santorini

The villages of Santorini are only a few kilometers from each other and yet they are all very different. Fira is the realm of markets and nightlife. Oia is the most atmospheric city with picturesque houses and shops. The typical architectures are colorful and always magically placed towards the sea with stairs and views.

Imerovigli is the country where the most beautiful hotels and resorts of the island are located with incredible infinity pools and incredible views of the Caldera. Pyrgos is the stuck in time village of Santorini.

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Choose Santorini for your romantic honeymoon

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If you are a couple looking for mainly romantic moments for their honeymoon, if you want to spend the precious and special moments of your life away from many tourists and intense summer adventures in a warm atmosphere of a calm and picturesque island of Greece, then Santorini is one of the best options you could choose from.

It is located in the southern Aegean Sea and specifically in the Cyclades complex and consists of about 20,000 permanent residents.

The capital of the island is Fira and the area of ​​the island is close to 80 square kilometers.

Live your honneymoon in Santorini

Couples in love elope every year to the volcanic island of Santorini. In fact, in recent years the island has been established as a destination chosen by couples to carry out their wedding ceremony or Santorini honeymoon.

Undoubtedly the most amazing island in the Aegean, in the shape of a crescent, Santorini was the area of ​​the largest volcanic eruptions in the world and what remains today is a submerged volcano and a caldera.

Stunning villages have been built on the edge of the caldera, with Cycladic architecture and unique sea views.

Santorini is also known for its romantic sunsets, volcanoes and luxury resorts. Visit Oia, ancient Thira and enjoy the route through the picturesque alleys.

Santorini is considered the pre-eminently romantic destination in Greece.

After all, one does not often find white majestic states built on the edge of the cliff, with picturesque villages, cobbled alleys and impressive churches bathed in light.

Sights for couples in love

Ancient Thira

Ancient Thira is located in Mesa Vouno, at an altitude of 396 m. It was founded in the 9th century BC. from Dorian settlers, led by Thira and inhabited until the early Byzantine times. The Hellenistic and Roman phases of the city have been revealed

Oia

Oia is one of the most famous destinations, known all over the world for its sunset and its cave buildings that extend over Ammoudi and Armeni, to the neighborhood of Perivolas.

Firostefani

It is almost united with Fira. The blue dome of the Virgin “of Agios Theodoros”, has starred in several photos that show Santorini and if it is open it is worth seeing the old image of its iconostasis. At the site of the church there were two small catholic churches, of Panagia and Agios Theodoros.

Trip to the volcano

Santorini is one of the few Greek places that started the interest of science from a very early age.

Its caldera records the history of our planet, which represents many hundreds of thousands of years.

And this unique geological book remains permanently open and accessible to anyone who wants to study this part of history.

On the other hand, the active volcano of Santorini with its occasional small or large eruptions is also a permanent attraction for geologists and volcanologists.

It is no coincidence, then, that scientific research not only has very deep roots on the island, but also that scientific interest remains unquenchable to this day, constantly surprising us with new research discoveries.

What to do in your Santorini honeymoon

Hiking

Enjoy a wonderful natural path from Fira to Imerovigli and Oia.

A path that for many the most beautiful part starts from the church of Prophet Elias.

Spa in the middle of the Aegean

If you do not have a boat, book a tour of the Caldera with us!

Wild, steep cliffs, secrets, cave churches and old mineral loading ladders will bring you to the islet of Palia Kameni.

Dare to dive in the warm waters and enjoy a natural, volcanic spa.

Sunset in Oia

It is an experience that is not described in words, but everyone lives it just as powerfully.

Thousands of visitors come here from all over the world. For a few minutes, you will feel the energy of the place.

When the fiery disk sinks in the Aegean, you will have taken this sunset with you, forever.

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Where to stay in your Santorini honeymoon

From the many options you have you will not be able to decide!

There are stunning scenery, carved into the rocks, but at the same time luxurious, hotels with elegant suites and private villas, where you will enjoy excellent services and warm hospitality.

Santorini is the island that is caressed by the sunset in the most beautiful way, the island with the view that takes your breath away, the island of surprises.

It is the island of love, that even if you are not in love, you will start to feel that way.

Either gazing from the hotel veranda at the caldera, the Aegean Sea, or walking in its narrow alleys looking at the white houses carved into the rocks.

You will be fascinated when you set foot in Santorini. Either approach the island by boat or by air.

It’s not just that it has the most beautiful sunsets in the world. The view from the Caldera is breathtaking.

The picturesque settlements with their wonderful simple architecture, the romantic restaurants and the cafes on the edge of the Caldera with the endless view of the volcano, compose a magnificent setting ideal for a romantic Santorini honeymoon. After all, which other island has black and red sand?

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Discover the original Santorini in 2022

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Santorini is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful Greek islands and one of the most important tourist attractions of our country, with its photographs traveling across the length and breadth of the universe. You can explore Santorini in 2022 with the help of Santorini Tours. The uniqueness of the Caldera, the whitewashed houses that seem to hang on the cliff, the donkeys that roam the cobbled streets, and the magical Mediterranean sunsets make it special and differentiate it from the rest of the Cyclades.

In the summer months the island is “sunk” by visitors, who come to experience the authentic Greek summer. But, how authentic is the reality they face when arriving on the island? The truth is that both Fira and Oia are the most popular destinations on the island, as a result of which they gather the most people. Most hotels and nightclubs are located there.

Finikia

Finikia is a small, but very well preserved traditional village of Santorini, just a few kilometers outside Oia. At the time when the city of Oia experienced great prosperity with shipping, in Finikia lived the farmers who worked in the plain and the vineyards. This picturesque village is a beautiful alternative and a quiet place to spend the night, if you live in Oia.

While there, you can walk from the beach of Baxedon to the settlement, and take the road that leads to the valley with the vineyards and the beautiful churches of Agia Kyriaki and Agios Konstantinos. From the small church of Kyra Panagia you can enjoy the sunset calmly. On the left side of the road that leads from Baxedes beach to Finikia, you will find the famous winery “Sigala”, the only one in this area of ​​the island.

Monolithos

Monolithos is a coastal village of Santorini, on the east side of the island, 8 km east of Fira and is home to 405 people. It belongs administratively to the Local Department of Messaria of the Municipality of Thira. The village got its name from the big rock, Monolithos, on which the church of Agios Ioannis has been built.

In Monolithos is the State Airport of Santorini, and the only tomato factory that operates today and belongs to the Union of Thera Products Cooperatives.

On the beaches of Monolithos you will find the famous black sand of Santorini, which is really fine sand and not pebbles, as in most beaches of the island. In fact, in winter the sand fills the whole area and the road.

The beach of Monolithos was very popular at the time when there was the only beach bar in Santorini. Now there is an organized piece with sunbeds and umbrellas and it is considered an ideal beach for families with children. In the left part of the beach of Monolithos called “Wild”, the landscape will remind you of the beach of Vlychada. It is the part of the beach that is most affected by the weather and has no type of organization.

Thirasia

The last place we suggest is not located on Santorini, but opposite it. And the reason for the small island of Thirasia. Until the Minoan eruption of prehistoric times that created the Caldera, Thirasia was part of the island of Strongyli, which today completes the circular outline along with the islands of Thira and Aspronisi, with which it belongs to the same island group. Thirasia was separated from Strongyli during the catastrophic eruption of the volcano in 1600 BC.

This island is located in the west of Santorini and is about one mile from Ammoudi of Oia. It has an area of ​​9,246 sq.km. and a population of 319 inhabitants according to the 2011 census. According to mythology, the island was named after the youngest daughter of King Thira, Thirasia, to whom he had given it to build a majestic palace.

The island was a small part of the west coast of prehistoric Round and is considered to have been cut off and created during the great eruption of 1600 BC. The historian Pliny mentions that in 237 BC. Thirasia had seceded from Thira after an earthquake. Ptolemy mentions that Thirasia was a city, in which important prehistoric relics of the Cycladic civilization were found and that in all historical times it followed the fate of Thera. You can take a tour of Santorini!

Due to the action of the volcano in the period 1866-1870, scientists from all over the world had arrived in the area. Among them was the French volcanologist Ferdinand Fouquet, who in 1867 proceeded with excavations in Thirasia and studied the remains of buildings and various other finds. The settlement in Thirasia dates back to the Late Bronze Age and these findings gave rise to excavations in Akrotiri and other parts of Thira.

Korfos, which is the port of the island, is connected to Manolas, the capital of Thirasia, by a winding path. On the island there are a total of 21 churches and chapels, often in privileged places, while in addition to Korfos and Manolas, there are three other settlements: Agia Irini, Agrilia and Potamos. Wander the walking paths of the island, swim in the turquoise waters and eat your fish in one of the picturesque taverns by the sea.

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