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SANTORINI:
TRULY
IRREPLACEABLE
Everything is special about
Santorini. And for those
who take the time to know it
better, the island has so many
surprises yet. Hand-picked and
life-affirming, the signature
experiences prepared by
Kanava Hotels & Resorts in
Santorini showcase the island’s
most authentic, remarkable
and memorable side.
WHERE IS THE HIDDEN side of the iconic Greek destination
that has been lauded as the “best island in the world” on so many
occasions? It’s still here for anyone interested in discovering it,
for Santorini maintains an authenticity and uniqueness that has
stayed constant despite its prominence.
FAR FROM THE CROWDS
For a slice of traditional life, less well-known settlements deliver
intrigue, history and beauty in the peaceful sunlight. Emporeio is
a medieval hinterland town where the Kasteli – a traditional castle
with tall walls and winding paths – used to protect islanders from
the pirate raids and still stands tall today, providing shade in the
summer sun. A visit to the traditional kafeneio café is a great idea,
to be treated to a timeless haunt for locals with its unique smells
and flavors. Another gorgeous spot many overlook is the Gialos,
the old harbor tucked away next to the sea at Fira. It is a complex
of houses and buildings chiseled into the rock that looks like it
has popped straight out of the pages of a Mediterranean fairytale.
The unique geology of Santorini is the result of a volcanic explosion that took place millennia ago, back in antiquity.
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