The castle of Akrotiri village-The tower of La Ponda
Santorini island has a special place in travelers’ hearts for its mystical natural beauty and endless majestic views. There are unlimited interesting things to do while in Santorini. Today we will add one more secret to this to-do island list. And to begin with, we will start a journey at the timeless history of Santorini… Continue reading The castle of Akrotiri village-The tower of La Ponda
Churches of Santorini- Top 7!
Did you know that Santorini has more than 450 churches of all shapes and sizes? While Santorini is a quite small island, it is densely packed with churches, chapels, and monasteries that can be found across the island’s villages. The iconic blue domes of Santorini are pretty much in every postcard you will purchase and… Continue reading Churches of Santorini- Top 7!
Greek words and expressions to learn before you visit Greece
One step closer to your trip to Greece? So here you are, one step far from crossing away Greece from your bucket list! Your journey is about to begin, and you keep thinking of all rumors that speak of Greek hospitality and long-lasting friendships that get built during someone’s trip to the country where democracy… Continue reading Greek words and expressions to learn before you visit Greece
Do not miss visiting the excavations of Akrotiri
Have you ever wondered how many prehistoric settlements may exist and we have not yet discovered? How many things do we still have to learn about our past that will make us understand adequately our present? Well, the archaeologist Spyros Marinatos not only wondered but even more, he discovered in 1967 the prehistoric settlement of… Continue reading Do not miss visiting the excavations of Akrotiri
The story behind the evil eye in Greece
In Greece, while gazing at tourist shops you will certainly notice many amulets and pieces of jewelry on sale portraying a blue eye. You will also see almost all the Greek people wearing many types of jewelry with a blue eye on it including rings, necklaces, bracelets, and other accessories. But have you ever wondered… Continue reading The story behind the evil eye in Greece
6 must-see museums of Santorini
If you are visiting Santorini you should not miss visiting some of its unique museums! Geological past, ancient Greek history, traditions of the past decades, local’s lifestyle and cultural heritage mingle together enlightening some very interesting aspects to the way of living of the islanders thought the ages. Here are some of our favorite museums;… Continue reading 6 must-see museums of Santorini
Santorini – The naked child
The poem ‘Santorini’ by George Seferis, from ‘The naked child’ collection. Bend if you can to the dark sea forgetting the flute’s sound on naked feet that trod your sleep in the other, the sunken life. Write if you can on your last shell the day the place the name… Continue reading Santorini – The naked child
The amazing geological history of Santorini
The geological history of Santorini is not just a story of men. It is the history of a land that emerged from the depths of the sea constantly evolving and shaped along with its people’s lives, since then. How the geological history of Santorini started? The geological history of Santorini begins million years ago since… Continue reading The amazing geological history of Santorini
Ode to Santorini by Odysseas Elytis
Ode to Santorini poem by Odysseas Elytis. You emerged from a thunderpeal’s entrails, Shuddering amid repentant clouds, Bitter stone, proved, proud, You sought the sun for the first-martyred witness, To confront perilous splendor together, To head out to sea with a cross-bearing echo… Continue reading Ode to Santorini by Odysseas Elytis