Santorini, discover the villages of the island

FIRA-FIROSTEFANI-IMEROVIGLI

Museum of Prehistoric Thera

inaugurated in 2000 and you will see the mobile findings from the excavations at Archaeological Site of Akrotiri such as the original frescoes but also finds from excavations in other places of the island. You will find it behind the Cathedral of Ypapanti, tel. : 22860 25405. Information : Ephorate of Antiquities of Cyclades Ability to single ticket it's about : Archaeological Site of Akrotiri, Ancient Thera and Museum Prehistoric Thera (Valid for 3 days) and issue in any of the above. The Archaeological Museum of Thira remains closed as the New Museum is under construction.

Metropolis of Fira or Submissive, dedicated to Substantial of the Lord (1963-1968), on the main street called Ypapanti. The road below Ypapanti will lead you to its small church Agios Minas for amazing photos.

Theotokopoulos Central Square, Fira, you will come for fast food, souvlaki, pizza, ice cream etc.
Catholic Diocese of Saint John the Baptist, area Catholic District of Fira, near the cable car, tel. : 22860 22244.
Gyzi Mansion, Catholic Quarter of Fira, tel. : 22860 23077. Every day except Sunday, 1^or May-October 31, 10 a.m.- 4 pm. Impressive Venetian mansion of the Gizi family, with a Museum, where a Festival is also held in the area. You will see his furniture 18^th c., engravings, Paintings, photos of Santorini and in the shop you will find original items for gifts, http://gyzimegaron.gr.
Three Bells of Fira, church-tourist attraction. The Catholic Church of the Assumption (is celebrating 15 August) with the most beautiful view.
Skaros Rock- Kasteli Skaros-Panagia Theoskepasti, Imerovigli, what's left of Skaro (the old capital of the island), the Castelli (1205-1230, the oldest of the island) and the castle town is this lava rock. You will reach the top by a path (20’ from Imerovigli) and you can continue to the small church of Panagia Theoskepasti.
Monastery of St. Nicholas, Imerovigli. It was built 1651 initially in his settlement Skaro until 1815 which was moved to its current location, between Firostefani and Imerovigli. Women's monastery dedicated to Saint Nicholas, the Zoodochos Source and the Agios Panteleimonas (tel. : 22860 22448). Imerovigli (day + vigla = watchtower) extends to the highest point of the caldera and joins Fira and Firostefani with an asphalted road and a stone-paved path (3 km)

THE A

Castle of Oia or Castle of Agios Nikolaos (from the cave church of the same name 1450). Where once ruled by Goulas of the Castle (defensive tower) today everyone is huddled together to admire the island's famous sunset.
Panagia Platsani Church or Square, at the entrance of the settlement. According to tradition, the icon of the Virgin Mary was found by a fisherman floating in the waves, and from the noise of the waves on the image (plz-plz) it was called Platsani. The church is dedicated to the Immaculate Hymn of the Virgin Mary.
Ammoudi Oia Bay - Thirasia Island. From the small port of Oia, boats depart for Thirassia (or Predation) and port of Riva, as the island is very close from here (20’). Thirasia also has a second port, the Corfo, the old port of the island, which is connected to the capital of the island Manolas, with path. You can reach the ports of Korfos and Riva from central port of Athens in Fira. Access to Amoudi from a paved road or from steps starting from the Castle. In Ammoudi you will also find fish taverns and some accommodation.
Armeni Oia Bay. Small harbor with a small beach, without organization, and tavern. Access by steps or from Ammoudi by boat.

Sigala Estate Winery, in Kampos of Oia. Visitable, with a restaurant next to the vineyards, and event space, https://sigalas-wine.com.

VLYCHADA

Tomato Industrial Museum "D. Legal", Vlychada beach. You will learn all about the famous PDO Santorini Tomato, and that produced by it, tomato paste and sauce. Cooking classes are held in the SAF building, reports, events. In the cafeteria you will drink coffee and cool tomato juice, while in the shop you will find fresh tomato products and smart gifts. June to September 10 a.m. – 6 pm. & April, May, October 10 a.m. p.m -4 p.m., Tuesday-Sunday, general admission to the Museum : 10 €, reduced 6 €, tel. : 22860 85141, https://www.tomatomuseum.gr).

KONTOCHORI

Emmanuel Lignou Folklore Museum, Kontochori region (1 km from Fira). His traditional cave dwelling 1861 with a nice yard. You will see old utility items, i ate, pumice mining cave. July August 10 a.m. -2 pm. & 6 p.m.- 8p.m., April-June & September – October 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., tel. : 22860 22792 (entrance with ticket).

PYRGOS or PYRGOS KALLISTIS

Castelli (1580) – Church Virgin Mary (1660) It is the newest castle of the island with the church of Panagia, and from here will take nice pictures. The Pyrgos village, characterized as "monument» (1995), It is 7,5 km from Fira. Famous for Easter as the Good Friday, during the Epitaph Circuit, are placed in all parts of the village (Castle, Paths, paddocks, walls, rooftops, yards etc. ) tins with small vials that form an impressive chain.
Santo Wines, her winery Union of Theraica Cooperatives Products, with the most beautiful view of the caldera. It offers a guided tour, tasting and food with dishes based on traditional ingredients, while in the shop you will find in addition to local wines and traditional products of the island (Santorini Fava PDO, PDO Santorini tomato etc), tel. : 22860 22596, https://santowines.gr.
Folklore Museum of Pyrgos or Traditional Village "Santorini that left" – Kanava I. Dew-Gold I used to call. : 22860 31101 (10 am-4 pm. & 6 pm-8 pm. (entrance with ticket)
Prophet Ilias Monastery (1711), over the hill (3 km from Pyrgos) with stunning views. In addition to relics of Saints, they are kept in the Monastery, piece of Holy Wood and the miter of Patriarch Gregory V, tel. : 22860 31210.

CAPE

Akrotiri Thera – Archaeological Site of Akrotiri

The prehistoric settlement that developed into a thriving city-port area 200 acre, with perfect organization, high-rise buildings, excellent drainage system and was destroyed by its volcanic eruption 1614 B.C. about (17^th century. B.C.). The city was submerged under tons of lava but there were no residents as they had time to leave perhaps due to warning earthquakes. She remained buried for 206 years until 1967 when the systematic excavations started by the archaeologist Spiros Marinatos and afterwards, after his death, by the archaeologist Christos Dumas. You will see the finds from the excavations at the Museum of Prehistoric Thera, in Fira. Information : Ephorate of Antiquities of Cyclades, tel. : 22860 25405, 22860 81939, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:30 am-3:30 pm. & Third, Friday, SK, 8 a.m.- 8 pm. Ability to single ticket it's about : Archaeological Site of Akrotiri, Ancient Thera and Museum Prehistoric Thera (Valid for 3 days) and publication in any of the Archaeological Sites and Museums of Thira.

Castelli & Goulas of Akrotiri (1335)
Lighthouse Akrotiri (1892), 5 Km from Akrotiri. The spot is ideal for admiring the sunset without too many people and is accessed by a paved road.

CORNER BISHOP or OUTSIDE CORNER – ROOM – MIDDLE CORNER

Ancient Thera, Diocese of Gonia. The ancient city, which was founded on 8^The century. from the Dorians, is located on the hill Mesa Mountain, Southeast. edge of the island. Information : Ephorate of Antiquities of Cyclades, tel :22860 25405, daily 8:30 a.m. -3:30 pm. except Wednesday. Ability to single ticket it's about : Archaeological Site of Akrotiri, Ancient Thera and Museum Prehistoric Thera (Valid for 3 days) and will issue it to any of the above.
Church of Panagia Episkopi or Episcopal Church of Thera or Diocese of Gonia (1100) Post-Byzantine temple, era of Alexios I Comnenus, with beautiful wood-carved iconostasis, dedicated to Assumption of Mary (15 August). On the eve of the celebration (14/8) a great religious festival takes place where offerings are made, free, Santorini Fava PDO, beans (because fasting) and Night wine. Her image is kept in the Temple Panagia Glykofilousa (11^th c.) which is framed by figures of hierarchs. It is located at its foot Mount Prophet Elias, near the village Mesa Gonia.
Art Space Winery – Art Gallery, Outside Corner. Cave old winery with canvases (wine cellars), the distillery, Museum & Art space, tel. :22860 32774, daily from 11 a.m. until sunset with free entry (tasting with ticket). Source : https://artspace-santorini.com

Artemis Karamolegos Winery, Outside Corner. Winery with many awards, can be visited for a tour and cooking classes at the "Aroma Avlis" restaurant. Daily 11 a.m. – 8 pm. & tours 12 – 6 p.m., tel. : 22860 33395, 22860 33794, https://www.artemiskaramolegos-winery.com

MEGALOCHORI

«LOST ATLANTIS EXPERIENCE» One Museum of Experience Lost Atlantis, where according to Plato's dialogues it was in Santorini and is related to the eruption of the volcano. you will see a representation of the geological evolution of Santorini, the earthquake, the tsunami, its relationship with the Minoan Civilization, etc. Impressive building, 700 sq.m., with 9D cinema, in the distance 9,5 km from Fira, tel. : 22860 85076, www.lost-atlantis.com, 10 a.m. – 7 pm. (entrance with ticket).
«AKRON ART CENTRE» A reproduction workshop of works of art related to Ancient Greece, such as ceramics, mosaics as well as copies of frescoes in Santorini, tel. : 22860 82002. Source : http://akron-art.com

«symposium». A multipurpose venue that offers alternative entertainment, such as musical performances with traditional instruments of the island, manufactured in "craftsman's workshop». In the bill of sale you will buy handmade items, books, gifts etc.. In his yard Mythological Botanical Garden works Muses Wine Cafis for coffee, juices, tea and wine. Third – Sunday, 10 am-8 pm, tel. : 22860 85374, www.symposiosantorini.com (entrance free).
Boutaris Santorini Winery (1989), Megalochori. Impressive building with a white dome, available for guided tours, events, movie screenings. At the wine-bar you will taste award-winning wines from local varieties such as assyrian, wild, Abyss (white wine ), tel. : 22860 81011, https://www.boutariwinerysantorini.gr.
Gavalas Winery, Megalochori. The oldest of the island, with many distinctions, produces wines from local varieties as well as from rare natives kasano and stupid. Visitable for tasting and tour, daily March-November 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., April-October, 11 am-7 pm, tel. : 22860 82552, https://el.gavalaswines.gr
Venetsanos Winery, Caldera Megalochori, above the port of Athens. The first industrial winery of the island, extending to 4 levels and has an amazing view of the volcano. Ideal venue for events, Weddings, Baptisms etc, tel. : 22860 21100, https://venetsanoswinery.com.
"Heart of Santorini",tourist sight. Through the opening of a heart-shaped rock you will admire the endless blue and the sunset. Access from path leading to chapel of Agios Nikolaos.

BOTHONAS

Koutsoyiannopoulos Wine Museumin-Winery Impressive natural labyrinth, a cavernous deep cave 8 m. and length 300 m., where through the exhibits you will learn about the viticulture of Santorini between 1660 -1970 (audio tour to 18 languages). Open daily during the summer months : 9 am-7 pm. with last entry on 6 p.m., tel. :22860 31322, 22860 31623, https://santoriniwinemuseum.com

COMMERCE

Venetian Castle (1450) and Panagia Messani (16^th c.) The best preserved castle on the island, with towering walls and narrow alleys, in the shape of a maze, inside the castle. The castle church, known as Old Virgin Mary or It is Messani dedicated to Annunciation and stands out from afar with its ornate bell tower. The settlement Emporio or Commercial or Niborio It is 17 km from Fira and was once the center for selling all the goods of the island (2^The half of 17^th century. ).
Goulas Emporiu. It is located outside the castle, in close proximity, and in addition to being a defensive tower, it was also used to store agricultural products.

DINNER

Argyros Mansion (1888), monument. The neoclassical mansion of Georgios Argyros who was a winemaker of the time. It was built according to the designs of Bavarian architects, by Santorinian craftsmen, and you will see Austrian furniture, impressive ceilings. The space is given for various events such as Wedding, Baptism etc. Can be visited with a guided tour, tel. : 22860 31669, https://argyrosmansion.com , daily 10 a.m. – 6 pm. except Monday & Thursday (entrance with ticket).
Cavana-Santorini-Aravaisi. Ouzo museum-distillery with restaurant and nice courtyard to drink ouzo. Monday- Sunday, 10 am-6 pm, tel. : 22860 31573, https://www.canavasantorini.gr.

useful information

Fira Bay or seashore. The old port of the island, where the cruise ships arrive. The disembarkation is done by lanches and then the ascent by cable car (tel. : 22860-22977, 22860-22978) or with the donkeys (the price is the same) towards the settlement of Fira.

Fira (from the word Thira) It is the capital of Santorini since 18^The century. and is built on the "eyebrow" of the caldera.
Santorini From the first settler of the island, the Hunt of Sparta, who founded at Mesa Mountain (10^th century. B.C.) the homonymous city. There are in Thira 13 apart.

Santorini. From Santa Irene, name given by the Venetians (1153) and probably originates from the same church located in its plain Thirassia or from another church of the same name, early Christian basilica located in its area Perissa.
Caldera. The sea basin (8X5 km, depth 370 m.) which was formed by the submergence of part of the once round island.

The cluster of islands around the caldera, Santorini, Thirassia, Aspronisi, as well as volcanoes old and news Burned (the active crater of the volcano) everything is said Santorini (information : https://www.thira.gov.gr).