Crescent-shaped Santorini (or Thíra), the precious gem of the Aegean, is actually a group of islands consisting of Thíra, Thirassiá, Asproníssi, Palea and Nea Kaméni in the southernmost part of Cyclades. Did you know that the whole complex of Santorini islands is still an active volcano (the same as Méthana,...
Cortile delle Stelle or Courtyard of the Stars is a 19th century renovated farmhouse with a ‘canava’ (winery). It dates back to the 1830s, and is located, as all traditional farmhouses, in the outskirts of a settlement- in particular of the medieval village of Emporio...
Two great civilizations have left their mark on Santorini: one belongs to prehistoric times and is apparent in what has been coming to light in the excavations at Akrotiri. The other is a Greek civilization represented by the ancient city located on Mesa Vouno. Prehistoric Thera: Akrotiri The...