The largest island is known as Thira, made of the town of Thira and the town of Oía. The island is the site of one of the largest volcanic eruptions, the Minoan eruption /Thira eruption, which occurred some 3,600 years ago at the height of the Minoan civilization. One theory holds that the Thira eruption is the source of the legend of Atlantis.
We enjoyed walking around Santorini, enjoying nice meals, and watching every sunset from every location possible while we were there. But compared to Folegandros, it was more of a touristy island.
Our hotel
View from our room
On our balcony
View from our hotel room's balcony
Walking around
Near our hotel
I like it here
So pretty
At Stani Restaurant with a view of the volcano
Kevin and the Santorini sunset
We took a boat to the volcano, and then hiked up the volcano to enjoy stunning views and a tiny bit of volcanic steam. But beware, it's windy up there! We then went to the hot springs which involved jumping off a boat and swimming through a little bit of cold ocean before we could get to the warm part. Also, you have to be able to tread water for about 20 minutes in the ocean, which isn't too difficult, but it's not exactly relaxing either. The island is definitely best for its stunning views.
Boat to the volcano
Us on the boat
Port of the volcano
Hiking up the volcano
Fresh out of the hot springs
That evening we went out for a fancy dinner out.
We clean up nice
Sunset in Oía
Fancy dinner in Oía
Last day in Santorini:
Beachy
Beach cafe
Likes his drink
The town new the beach
Back at our room
Ready for a casual dinner after the sunset
Our balcony
Nikolae Restaurant
Nikolae Restaurant
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