Akrotiri is located next to the famous Red Beach and is the most important archaeological site on Santorini. It was originally a Minoan settlement. The city is very similar to the relics found on the island of Crete, covered with murals of flowers, dolphins, fishing, boxing and other scenes of ancient everyday life. We can also find ceramics painted with landscapes, animals or humans. The city has two impressive three-story buildings.
Akrotiri, Santorini
The whole city has been extremely well preserved by the volcanic soil of the area. The city located here must have been destroyed by the terrible eruption of Santorini volcano around 1500 BC. The beautiful frescoes of Akrotiri can only be seen in the National Archaeological Museum of Athens. The area has many hotels and inns, with some of them built in the traditional manner within an alcove.
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What you should see:
The lighthouse, which is one of the oldest existing in Greece, since it was built in 1892. Its position on the southwest side of the island offers stunning views of the Caldera and the Aegean Sea.
Minoan city of Akrotiri is one of the most important historical sites of Santorini. It is located on the south side of the island and the city was discovered almost intact, covered by layers of ash. Scientists believe that this city was destroyed by the volcanic eruption of Santorini in about 1650 BC.
The Venetian Castle, situated on the highest point of Akrotiri, is actually the center of the town. It was built in medieval times by the Venetians to protect the island from invasion.
