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V-Collections - Greek Memories

Santorini

Cresant-shaped Santorini (Thira) is actually a group of islands, the southernmost part of the Cyclades Islands in the Aegean Sea.

The islands that create Santorini are the result of intense volcanic activity, 12 huge explosions, approximately every 20,000 years apart, which caused the collapse of the volcano’s center into the sea creating a crater (caldera).
The archaeological site at Akrotiri with its treasured findings highlight the splendorous life style of one of the most important prehistoric settlements in the Aegean. The elaborate drainage system, the sophisticated multi-storied buildings with the magnificent wall-paintings, furniture and vessels, show its great development and prosperity.

Santorini’s dramatic landscape, a rock jutting from the sea ,combined with the island’s charming Aegean architecture, blue-domed churches, vineyards producing fine wine and local cuisine reflect its long and rich heritage as a gem of the Aegean.