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Discover Santorini
Welcome to the unseen beauty of Santorini
Journey to Santorini, where every sunset tells a story and every view captivates the soul. Situated in the southernmost Cyclades, it offers an unmatched blend of serene beauty and timeless elegance, inviting you to experience its unique charm.
Archaeological Sites and Museums
Santorini’s archaeological sites and museums provide a captivating window into the island’s ancient past, with the prehistoric city of Akrotiri revealing remarkably well-preserved Minoan frescoes and buildings buried by volcanic ash, while the Archaeological Museum of Thera displays artifacts spanning from the Proto-Cycladic era to the Hellenistic period, including pottery, sculptures, and everyday objects that offer insights into the life and culture of early civilizations that once thrived on the island.
Churches and Monasteries
Santorini’s churches and monasteries, such as the stunning blue-domed Church of Panagia in Oia, the historic Monastery of Prophet Elias perched on the island’s highest peak, and the beautiful Byzantine church of Panagia Episkopi in Mesa Gonia, are not only architectural marvels but also deeply rooted in the island’s spiritual and cultural heritage, each offering a unique glimpse into the religious traditions and breathtaking vistas of the Aegean Sea.
Getting to Santorini
To reach Santorini by air, you can fly directly into Santorini (Thira) National Airport (JTR), which is the island’s main airport. During peak travel seasons, there are numerous direct flights from major European cities, including London, Paris, and Rome. If you’re traveling from other parts of the world, you’ll likely connect through Athens, Greece’s capital, which has frequent short flights to Santorini year-round. The flight from Athens to Santorini takes approximately 45 minutes, offering stunning aerial views of the Aegean Sea and the island’s iconic caldera as you approach.