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The architecture throughout the Island of Santorini is also very particular. White caves literally perched on the cliffs offer a magnificent views and unforgettable sunsets. The myth says that it was the mother place of the legendary City of Atlantis which was destroyed in the volcano eruption back in 1550 B.C. The island took its name from its Latin conquerors in the 13th century (Saint Irini). During the ancient times it was known as Kallisti (meaning the most beautiful one). A Romantic Island RetreatIt is the ideal choice for those who seek a romantic retreat holiday, an unforgettable exclusive honeymoon, or a awe-inspiring backdrop for a very luxury wedding. The island has a particular energy, unique scenery, houses and balconies literary “hanging” from the cliffs, unforgettable sunsets, local products that turn into gourmet tastes in the restaurants and local taverns and last but not least a wine culture with wineries that the restless minds (and taste buds) can visit.The beaches of the island resemble nothing you have ever seen and they are worth visiting like the White or the Red Beach or even Perivolos Beach with the black pebbles. Archeological areas such as the one in Akrotiri and the Museum of Pre-Historic Thira, as well as intense nightlife in Fira. Our hotel collection are in Fira, Imerovigli, Akrotiri and Megalochori Caldera. Santorini is an exciting place for many reasons - It was an almost perfect round island that took its current shape because of the volcano eruption that took place about 3600 ago. It is the only habitable caldera in the world. It is the all time favourite romantic destination in the world and has the most photographed (and must admit most amazing) sunset where one can lose themselves in the blending colours of the sun and the sea. Welcome to this unique world located in Greece ... the unique world that is "Santorini". Unique ArchitectureThe architecture in the island is also very particular. White caves literally perched on the cliffs offer a magnificent view. There is no other island like it. In 2006 and 2007, it was voted the "No. 1 European Island Destination" and one of the "Top 10 Islands in the World" by Travel & Leisure Magazine. Santorini is the island where nature reveals its most mystical and extraordinary secrets and the most breathtaking views of the unfathomable blue of the Aegean Sea.The Minoan capital of Santorini owes its unique curved shape, famous black-sand beaches, and high, striated black, red, and grey cliffs to the volcano that created it 3,500 years ago; an event that led Plato to argue that it was the lost city of Atlantis. The Caldera - a seven mile crater enclosed by the two arms of the crescent – serves as the harbour of Santorini and is one of its most defining features. The sunset over the Caldera is a nightly extravaganza accompanied by a festive atmosphere. Boutari Wines of SantoriniThe Island of Santorini is home to no less than ten wineries, the most famous of which internationally is Boutari. Wines of the Region are dry with mineral overtones, with the exception of "Vinsanto" which is the dessert wine of Santorini which is well known as it is also the wine of the Holy Communion. Arts and Crafts thrive on the island, with many local artists exhibiting across the island.Travel Information for Santorini
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