It is the largest island of a small, circular archipelago formed by the Santorini caldera. It is the southernmost member of the Cyclades group of islands, with an area of approximately 73 km 2 (28 sq mi) and a 2021 census population of 15,480.

Also known as Thera in Greek, Santorini is an island immortalised by poets and painters thanks to its celebrated light, multicoloured cliffs and picture-perfect sunsets. If it’s always been your dream to visit Santorini, here is just the start of what awaits you.

Venture into Santorini’s seaside treasures and enjoy deep blue waters and beaches with white, red or black sand or volcanic pebbles, spectacular rock formations and impressive lunar landscapes. Santorini, the youngest volcanic land in the Eastern Mediterranean, is waiting for you! Don’t think twice!

Jun 11, 2024 · Santorini is the supermodel of the Greek islands, a head-turner whose face is instantly recognizable around the world: multicolored cliffs soar out of a sea-drowned volcanic crater, topped by whitewashed buildings.

Roam the peaceful black-sand beaches or stroll the streets of one of Santorini’s charming villages (start at Imerovigli). And no matter where your day takes you, wind it down in beautiful Oia: It’s world-famous for its sunsets, which cycle through a kaleidoscope of …

May 2, 2019 · 20 best things to do in Santorini, Greece, where to eat and where to stay. Best sunset spots and best beaches in Santorini.

Santorini is the most spectacular island in Greece and one of the geologic treasures of Europe. The five villages of Fira , Oia , Imerovigli , Firostefani , and Akrotiri sit atop the caldera and offer spectacular views into the crater created from a 16th-century BC volcanic eruption.

2 days ago · Santorini, one of Greece’s most popular tourist destinations and renowned for its volcanic caldera, is part of a volcanic arc with underwater volcanoes near its coast, including Nea Kameni and Kolumbo. Santorini’s volcanoes have been almost “quiet” for almost 400 years.

2 days ago · Santorini’s biggest problem in recent years has been overtourism. Now, after a swarm of earthquakes earlier this year, the picturesque Greek island it faces the challenge of persuading travelers ...

1 day ago · Greece's tourism jewel, Santorini, welcomed its first cruise ship of the year on Sunday after thousands of small earthquakes in February created a state of emergency, forced thousands to flee and ...