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SANTORINI: OF INTEREST
Santorini History
Santorini was named by the Venetians in the 13th century after Saint Irene, but this is one of many names given over time to this island with the catacylismic history and controversial link to the Atlantis myth ...
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Santorini Volcano
When the volcano erupted, around 1450 BC, it is said to have caused tidal waves in excess of 200 metres which were sent crashing into the coast of Crete. Earthquakes were triggered and the ash and debris choked the skies for miles around...
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Akrotiri ...link to Atlantis?
Akrotiri is an ancient city buried, and preserved by, the volcanic ash. Some call it the Pompei of Greece, and it is a live dig with ongoing excavations. The Ruins of Akrotiri ... Is this a link to mythical Atlantis? Professor Spyridon Marinatos and I think so ...
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Ancient Thera (or Thira)
Almost 400 metres up, on the southeast coast of the island, in the area called Mesa Vouno, you can find the ruins of the 11th century BC Dorian settlement of Ancient Thira. The ancient site is located on a headland between Kamari and Perissa ...
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Santorini Posters & Art Prints
Beautiful photos and artwork of magical Santorini available as posters. Enjoy the view any time you like with these posters and prints which you can purchase in a variety of sizes with AllPosters.com. Custom mounting and elegant framing options to make a beautiful custom gift ...
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Santorini Travel Tales and Photo Journals
Our Magical Journey to Greece
This was our first trip to Greece, and it takes in a lot of the must-see islands as well as a fabulous archaeology tour of Mainland Greece.
Our trip was 18 days in Greece, but the basic structure could easily be modified to suit your timetable. OUR MAGICAL JOURNEY visits Athens, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Nafplio, Olympia, Delphi, Naxos, Delos, Mykonos and Santorini.
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