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Santorini the lost City of Atlantis
The Legend said that Santorini always connected to Atlantis the city that sinks in water, that was the legend but one real thing about Santorini is the city that remains after an enormous volcano.Many People also called Santorini the (White City).
Most Inspiring People in Santorini
Santorini is a very special city and many visitors love to go and spend their vacation in Santorini , people inspired by the beautiful Sunset , romantic views especially from Oia Town.
Santorini Public Festivals and events
There are many public events in Santorini but the most Important famous events are :
The Easter
The Easter in Santorini is very special by spreading light candles all over the streets.
The Feast day of a holy virgin one of the biggest celebration in Santorini.
Jazz Festival in Santorini
One of the most lovable festival that happens in Santorini in July.
Ifestia Festival ( The Greek Volcano Festival )
Happens in August every year includes fireworks ,dancing, and play music.
The International music festival
Takes place in September and many artists participate in this entertainment festival to perform for 2 weeks.
Top Attractions in Santorini
1- Oai City
A very attractive village in Santorini with a dramatic view of white houses and a great sunset.Best place to discover.
2- Perissa Beach
you will find all the pleasures on this beach, it considered the best beach in Santorini with beautiful sand and amazing view.
3- Countryside of Santorini
Explore the beautiful countryside in Santorini watching the farmland and the simple of Santorini away from big buildings.
4-Pyrgos
It considered as Santorini’s Capital before Fira, you will enjoy seeing the small white cottages that built around medieval hilltop castle.
5- Caldera
It formed by the Volcano that happens 3,600 years ago, you can do there a tour called the ( Volcano tour ) you will find there the most active volcano in Santorini in (Nea Kameni) an Island located in the middle of Caldera.
6- Fira or ( Thira )
The Capital of Santorini, its houses have the shape of cubes , Fira considered as a main place for tourist to visit in Santorini.
7- Museum of Prehistoric Thira
It contains the history of Thira and many ancient artworks.
What / Where to shop in Santorini ?
In Santorini, you will find shops for Jewelry, shops for clothes and shops for souvenirs.
And the Best places for shopping in Santorini are
-Fira: you will find there the best spots for shopping buying cheap things or trending clothes.
-Oai is your second place for shopping you will find good stores there.
-You will find also many shops and stores for souvenirs and galleries in Finikia,Firostefani, and Messaria.
Where to stay in Santorini?
-You will find many luxury hotels in Oai city along the edge of the caldera.
– If you want to stay in mid-range –hotels, you can find them in Oai city near the bus stop also in Megalochori city in Fira.
– For the Budget Hotels : you will find some near the bus stop in Oai and in Fira just a 10-minute walk .
