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True Santorini αkrotiri The site of a prehistoric settlement destroyed Astonishingly beautiful at any time of the year, the island

by a volcano eruption and buried in ash. Archaeologists
have unearthed fine frescoes and several objects. It
of Santorini, the southernmost in the popular Cyclades
possibly provided the inspiration for Plato’s story of
Atlantis.
islands in the Aegean, is truly a sight to behold.
βlue domes A staple of Cycladic architecture, they adorn
the island’s whitewashed churches.

caldera When Santorini’s volcano erupted in the 16th
century BC, a large caldera was formed – part
of it is underwater today, and it’s also responsible
for the remarkable properties of the area.

dining Santorini’s fabulous culinary scene means that
you’ll be spoilt for choice, with everything from authentic
Greek fare to perfectly made sushi and molecular
gastronomy wonders available.
emporeio A village visited by Jean-Paul Sartre and Simon
de Beauvoir in 1937, said to have inspired his theatrical
play, “The Flies”.
fira Santorini’s largest town and capital. To the west,
you’ll find Yalos old harbour, where cruise ships moor
and you can hop on the cable car.
giorgos seferis This Greek Nobel Laureate was inspired
by Santorini in his poetry, including “Gymnopaidia Santorini
I” from his Collected Poems, published by Ikaros in English
translation by Edmund Keeley and Philip Sherrard.

hectares of vineyards. In this terroir, the average production
is among the lowest in Greece (approximately 1/3 per
hectare), which is essential for grape quality.

imerovigli One of the most picturesque Santorini villages
known for its architecture and sunset vistas, it is found
north of Thira.

jaw-dropping view Endless waterscapes and brilliant
sunsets are the trademark of Santorini island and part of
what has placed it among the top destinations in the world.

kolumbo is the name of an active submarine volcano
northeast of Cape Kolumbo, Santorini, which erupted
in 1650.

local produce Thanks to Santorini’s unique volcanic
soil, a range of delicious vegetables are grown here – try
the Santorini split peas, local tomatoes, white aubergines
and capers.

museum of prehistoric thera Located in Fira, this
acclaimed museum showcases Bronze Age findings from
Akrotiri, including impressive frescoes. ‣

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