Santorini Island or Thera, is one of the most picturesque islands of Greece, the rim of a gigantic sunken volcano. Half of island was sunken after a volcanic eruption in 1450BC which destroyed the island's civilization. Fira, the island's capital, sits on the very rim of the crater nearly 300 meters above the sea with a spectacular view to the sea.

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Fira was suffered by the 1956 earthquake is sitting on the edge of the cliff. It is a lively and very attractive town, with sensational views to the sea and the caldera. There are plenty of coffee shops and tavernas on the cliff, so be ready to enjoy the sunset while having your drink. Excellent jewellery and fur boutiques are not missing from Fira.

Perissa is a beautiful resort with black sand and plenty of tavernas/restaurants, bars, discos, gift shops, hotels and rooms. It is separated from Kamari by Mesa Vouno on which stood Ancient Thira the post eruption settlement.

Kamari is on the Eastern part of the island with black sand beach. In Kamari there are numerous of tavernas/restaurants, bars, discos, tourist shops, hotels and rooms.

Oia is climbing on the hill with barrel-roofed cave houses. The views are spectaculars and is one of the best places in Santorini to watch and enjoy the sunset. 200 steps lead to the shore at the north-west part of the island. From that point you can walk to Ammoudi which is one of Oia's two small harbours. Ammoudi has small red pebble beach and a taverna.

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