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Greece: Santorini

Santorini is a circular archipelago of volcanic islands in the southern Aegean Sea, about 125 miles southeast of Greece's mainland. It is also known as Thera, and is the southernmost member of the Cyclades islands. It's essentially what remains of an enormous volcanic explosion. Santorini was first settled around 3000 BC, but its prosperous civilization disappeared after the volcanic eruption. Later, it was resettled by the Phoenicians and around 1000 BC by a Dorian colony.
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Santorini, Greece

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  • Looking straight down to the harbor at a tender boat going back to the cruise ship. Rooftops made into terraces. Santorini, Greece
  • Our cruise ship and the crater's central island, from Fira. Santorini, Greece
  • What a striking view towards the crater's central island. As it was the end of November, our cruise ship was the last one of the season, so the town was not crowded. Many restaurants had already closed or kept reduced hours. I stayed later than most passengers so I could record the quietness of the place in photos once most tourists had gone. Santorini, Greece
  • I walked almost to the top of the hill in the distance, climbing stairs and traversing narrow walkways. Santorini, Greece
  • Steps lead everywhere. Santorini, Greece
  • Church at the top of the hill. Note the figure sitting on the roof above the red door. Santorini, Greece
  • Shopping, restaurant, and the town. Santorini, Greece
  • An art gallery tucked away in a tiny courtyard. Santorini, Greece
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  • We found this courtyard open to visitors. Not sure what the building is. Santorini, Greece
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  • A private terrace -- someone's rooftop -- overlooking the sea. Santorini, Greece
  • Intricate pathway designs. Santorini, Greece
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  • A hotel, up a hill away from the crowds. Santorini, Greece
  • Walkway stairs. Santorini, Greece
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  • A beautifully crafted selection. Santorini, Greece
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