ABOUT SANTORINI
The hottest spot in Cyclades
Santorini is the hottest spot in the Cyclades in more ways than one. Tourists turn up in droves to take in this startling island volcano with its breathless views, sulphurous air and volcanic nights.
• The real wonder is that Santorini itself meets and exceeds all glossy picture-postcard expectations. Like an enormous mandible, Santorini encloses the pure blue waters of its caldera, the core of its ancient volcano. Its two principal towns, Thira and Ia, perch at the summit of the caldera, their whitewashed houses resembling from an approaching ship a dusting of new snow on the mountaintop.
• Akrotiri is Santorini's principal archaeological wonder: a town destroyed, but miraculously preserved under the layers of lava, when the volcano erupted here. Spectacularly situated atop a high promontory, overlooking a black lava beach, the remains of this Greek, Roman, and Byzantine city are extensive - and reached after a vertiginous hike or drive up, and up, and up to the acropolis itself.
• Arid Santorini isn't known for the profusion of its harvests, but the rocky island soil has long produced a plentiful grape harvest, and the local wines are among the finest in Greece; be sure to visit one of the island wineries for a tasting. And keep an eye out for the tasty tiny unique Santorini tomatoes and white eggplants -- and the unusually large and zesty capers. Most importantly, be sure to allow time for at least one sunset over the caldera.
What to see
Santorini Greece is considered as one of the most beautiful islands of Greece. The island is known since the antiquity and propose many thing to see.
Cultural Spots
• Fira, 10 km from the main port, Athinaios: Fira is the capital of the island of Santorini Greece and the most important of all villages. It is located at the west side of the island ant it has a 1.600 constant inhabitants.
• Oia, 11 km north from Fira: Oia, pronounced 'Ia', is the most famous of all villages of Santorini. It is world known for its quite life and fantastic sunset and it is obviously the most beautiful and picturesque village of Santorini.
• Ancient Thira, On the mountain between Kamari and Perissa, The town dates from the Archaic to the Roman era and has not yet been fully excavated, but it’s a live miracle for your eyes.
• The Santorini Akrotiri Cathedral, South of Fira, near the village of Akrotiri, This Minoan settlement is one of the main attractions of Santorini.
• The Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral, Near the centre of the Fira: This cathedral sits prominently towards the bottom of the town and can be seen from quite a distance. It dates from the 19th century but was rebuilt after the earthquake in 1956 and one can tell that it is quite modern.
Museums
• Archaeological Museum, In the centre of town sclose to Martiou: Its highlights include pre-historic vases from Akrotiri and marble figurines.
• Nautical Museum, In the town of Oia: It has an excellent collection of nautical items that worth your attention.
Beaches
• Perissa, 15 km south-east of Fira: Perissa is a beach resort situated 15 km south-east of Fira. It is a very touristic village which offers an impressive long and comfortable black sandy beach. Don’t’ miss it.
• Red Beach, 8 km south west from Fira: The red beach is one of the most famous and beautiful Santorini beaches. The beach is composed of black and red volcanic rocks.
Where to go
A visit to Mykonos, it has been said, will stir one's soul. Santorini, on the other hand, will change your life. It is considered to be one of the most nightlife oriented island of the Cyclades.
• Koo Club, FIRA: Koo in Santorini Greece is one of the most famous night clubs on Santorini Island. It is always overcrowded of people in a mood to dance and to have endless party. Just try it!!!
• Enigma Club, Fira: Enigma club was established in the summer of 1979. Since then, it is considered as one of the must of the santorini night clubs. It is said that if you have left Santorini Island without go dancing in Enigma club, you haven't saw the island.
• Dom Club, Kamari: Dom club in Santorini. It is one of the liviest santorini night clubs and it is located in Kamari. Feel good clubbing with no limits at Kamari. Nights at the Dom with no face control.
What and where to eat
The Caldera is covered with restaurants offering sensational views. The Greek food is plentiful and inexpensive, served in an atmosphere so friendly the owner passes out free wine while diners wait for a table.
• Selene, In the passageway between the Atlantis and Aressana hotels, Fira, Tel. 22860/22-249: The best restaurant on Santorini -- and one of the best in all Greece -- Selene uses local produce to highlight the "creative nature of Greek cuisine." The appetizers, including a delicious sea urchin salad on artichokes and fluffy fava balls with caper sauce, are deservedly famous.
• Camille Stephani, North end of Kamari Beach, Tel. 22860/31-716: An old standard, the restaurant's kitchen continues to produce memorable fare (the house specialties are terrific mezedes and a tender beef filet with green pepper in Madeira sauce). The outside tables face the water, and a moonlight stroll along the beach is the perfect end to a fine meal.
• Restaurant-Bar 1800, Odos Nikolaos Nomikos, Ia, Tel. 22860/71-485: For many years recognized as the best place in Ia for a formal dinner, the 1800 has a devoted following among visitors and locals.
Best time to go
With sunny, hot and dry summers and mild winters, Santorini has an ideal climate for the visitor. It seldem rains during the summer months (May - October). The sun is strong in the summer months and a good anti-sunburn cream is recommended. In the evenings the temperature is cool and a sweater is usualy required.
Month Celsius
Jan 12
Feb 13
Mar 13
Apr 17
May 19
June 24
July 27
Aug 27
Sept 24
Oct 21
Nov 18
Dec 13
Ideas for long or short holidays
• For ten days: Santorini is the most extraordinary island in Greece. Don’t forget to go to the Ancient Thira, before you taste the local cuisine –particularly the tiny unique Santorini tomatoes and white eggplants at the Selene. The choices for you nights here are endlessly but before you have to see the sunset by the beach.
• For two days: Santorini has more to offer its visitors than a simple tan. Walk around Oia and Fira before you spend the entire morning at the famous Red Beach. The hottest night spot is definitely the Koo Club. Don’t miss it.
The hottest spot in Cyclades
Santorini is the hottest spot in the Cyclades in more ways than one. Tourists turn up in droves to take in this startling island volcano with its breathless views, sulphurous air and volcanic nights.
• The real wonder is that Santorini itself meets and exceeds all glossy picture-postcard expectations. Like an enormous mandible, Santorini encloses the pure blue waters of its caldera, the core of its ancient volcano. Its two principal towns, Thira and Ia, perch at the summit of the caldera, their whitewashed houses resembling from an approaching ship a dusting of new snow on the mountaintop.
• Akrotiri is Santorini's principal archaeological wonder: a town destroyed, but miraculously preserved under the layers of lava, when the volcano erupted here. Spectacularly situated atop a high promontory, overlooking a black lava beach, the remains of this Greek, Roman, and Byzantine city are extensive - and reached after a vertiginous hike or drive up, and up, and up to the acropolis itself.
• Arid Santorini isn't known for the profusion of its harvests, but the rocky island soil has long produced a plentiful grape harvest, and the local wines are among the finest in Greece; be sure to visit one of the island wineries for a tasting. And keep an eye out for the tasty tiny unique Santorini tomatoes and white eggplants -- and the unusually large and zesty capers. Most importantly, be sure to allow time for at least one sunset over the caldera.
What to see
Santorini Greece is considered as one of the most beautiful islands of Greece. The island is known since the antiquity and propose many thing to see.
Cultural Spots
• Fira, 10 km from the main port, Athinaios: Fira is the capital of the island of Santorini Greece and the most important of all villages. It is located at the west side of the island ant it has a 1.600 constant inhabitants.
• Oia, 11 km north from Fira: Oia, pronounced 'Ia', is the most famous of all villages of Santorini. It is world known for its quite life and fantastic sunset and it is obviously the most beautiful and picturesque village of Santorini.
• Ancient Thira, On the mountain between Kamari and Perissa, The town dates from the Archaic to the Roman era and has not yet been fully excavated, but it’s a live miracle for your eyes.
• The Santorini Akrotiri Cathedral, South of Fira, near the village of Akrotiri, This Minoan settlement is one of the main attractions of Santorini.
• The Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral, Near the centre of the Fira: This cathedral sits prominently towards the bottom of the town and can be seen from quite a distance. It dates from the 19th century but was rebuilt after the earthquake in 1956 and one can tell that it is quite modern.
Museums
• Archaeological Museum, In the centre of town sclose to Martiou: Its highlights include pre-historic vases from Akrotiri and marble figurines.
• Nautical Museum, In the town of Oia: It has an excellent collection of nautical items that worth your attention.
Beaches
• Perissa, 15 km south-east of Fira: Perissa is a beach resort situated 15 km south-east of Fira. It is a very touristic village which offers an impressive long and comfortable black sandy beach. Don’t’ miss it.
• Red Beach, 8 km south west from Fira: The red beach is one of the most famous and beautiful Santorini beaches. The beach is composed of black and red volcanic rocks.
Where to go
A visit to Mykonos, it has been said, will stir one's soul. Santorini, on the other hand, will change your life. It is considered to be one of the most nightlife oriented island of the Cyclades.
• Koo Club, FIRA: Koo in Santorini Greece is one of the most famous night clubs on Santorini Island. It is always overcrowded of people in a mood to dance and to have endless party. Just try it!!!
• Enigma Club, Fira: Enigma club was established in the summer of 1979. Since then, it is considered as one of the must of the santorini night clubs. It is said that if you have left Santorini Island without go dancing in Enigma club, you haven't saw the island.
• Dom Club, Kamari: Dom club in Santorini. It is one of the liviest santorini night clubs and it is located in Kamari. Feel good clubbing with no limits at Kamari. Nights at the Dom with no face control.
What and where to eat
The Caldera is covered with restaurants offering sensational views. The Greek food is plentiful and inexpensive, served in an atmosphere so friendly the owner passes out free wine while diners wait for a table.
• Selene, In the passageway between the Atlantis and Aressana hotels, Fira, Tel. 22860/22-249: The best restaurant on Santorini -- and one of the best in all Greece -- Selene uses local produce to highlight the "creative nature of Greek cuisine." The appetizers, including a delicious sea urchin salad on artichokes and fluffy fava balls with caper sauce, are deservedly famous.
• Camille Stephani, North end of Kamari Beach, Tel. 22860/31-716: An old standard, the restaurant's kitchen continues to produce memorable fare (the house specialties are terrific mezedes and a tender beef filet with green pepper in Madeira sauce). The outside tables face the water, and a moonlight stroll along the beach is the perfect end to a fine meal.
• Restaurant-Bar 1800, Odos Nikolaos Nomikos, Ia, Tel. 22860/71-485: For many years recognized as the best place in Ia for a formal dinner, the 1800 has a devoted following among visitors and locals.
Best time to go
With sunny, hot and dry summers and mild winters, Santorini has an ideal climate for the visitor. It seldem rains during the summer months (May - October). The sun is strong in the summer months and a good anti-sunburn cream is recommended. In the evenings the temperature is cool and a sweater is usualy required.
Month Celsius
Jan 12
Feb 13
Mar 13
Apr 17
May 19
June 24
July 27
Aug 27
Sept 24
Oct 21
Nov 18
Dec 13
Ideas for long or short holidays
• For ten days: Santorini is the most extraordinary island in Greece. Don’t forget to go to the Ancient Thira, before you taste the local cuisine –particularly the tiny unique Santorini tomatoes and white eggplants at the Selene. The choices for you nights here are endlessly but before you have to see the sunset by the beach.
• For two days: Santorini has more to offer its visitors than a simple tan. Walk around Oia and Fira before you spend the entire morning at the famous Red Beach. The hottest night spot is definitely the Koo Club. Don’t miss it.
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