Ancient Thira

The archeological site of Ancient Thira is located at the top of Mesa Vouno, a very short distance from the village of Kamari. It is the ancient city founded in the 8th century BC by the Dorians. The prosperity of Ancient Thira is observed mainly during the archaic and Hellenistic period and is characterized by intense building activity. It ceased to be inhabited in the 3rd century AD due to the dangerous Arab invasions in the area. Today, in the ancient ruined city, the Agora, the sanctuary of Artemis, the temple of Dionysus, the sanctuary of the god Apollo, the cemetery and the theater stand out.
The location of Ancient Thira offers a magnificent panoramic view of the whole of Santorini and the nearby islands that will leave you speechless.

Eduart Gjopalaj Workshop - Gallery

Eduart Gjopalaj Eduart is a self-taught sculptor born in Lezha in 1978, a small town in North-West Albania by the Adriatic Sea. In the early 90s he moved to Santorini and commenced his journey in the field of wood carving, firstly as an assistant in a carpenter’s workshop and eventually opening his own workshop. The mystical and unique characteristics of wood, a natural and live material, are what amaze Eduart from the very start. Many times the grain patterns of the wood itself are what guide and inspire him to bring his creative ideas to life. Eduart’s art work is influenced by different styles, modern, abstract, classic and even religious themes. You will always find him sculpting passionately and creating new pieces at his studio - gallery by the seaside promenade in Kamari.

Old chapel of St. Nicholas

At the edge of the beach, at the foot of the mountain, in the area called Kamara and was the old customs, is the "old" Ai Nikolas. It is an ancient carved temple, located right at the meeting point of Mesa Vouno and Kamari beach and whose existence was unknown to the local community until recently, as it remained sealed for years. This is probably due to an impending disaster that threatened the area.

Saint Nickolaos

At the southern end of Kamari beach, built at the foot of the mountain of the area and just above the old Ai Nikolas, is the picturesque white church dedicated to Agios Nikolaos, patron saint of sailors, literally on the beach and next to bathers.

Archaeological Site of Akrotiri

Near the village of modern Akrotiri, the ancient settlement of Akrotiri was buried under lava after the volcanic eruption of the 16th century BC. who created the caldera. Excavations have shown that Santorini was a prosperous island before the eruption and probably excelled in shipping and trade.