Karterados is a picturesque village of Santorini, located about 2 km far from the city of Fira. The town is known for its innovative architecture, which leaves the tourists spellbound. In addition to its architectural heritage, there are many vineyards around the village, which add an element of ethereal beauty of Karterados. Karterados has all kinds of recreational facilities for tourists and ultra modern sports services, ethnic taverns with delicious local delicacies, cozy cafes and lively and vibrant bars.
It is a mandatory visit to the bakery neighborhood if you want to taste delicious cookies. Karterados is also known for its elegant churches (Analipsis, Theotokou Eisodiatis and Aghios Nikolaos) noted for its brilliant architecture. The beach is an added attraction and it is tranquility personified.
On a visit to Karterados, we can find rock houses that are literally excavated in a stream. In the nineteenth century, Karterados became a rich and prosperous village, and many wealthy owners of vessels built their mansions here. As you walk through the village there is a path leading to the quiet rocky beach of Exo Gialos and needless to say is its large relaxation area.
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