This island is pure magic - from its breathtaking views to its rich history. If you’re dreaming of stunning photos with whitewashed buildings and endless blue seas, this is your sign!
1 - Name origin
The name "Santorini" comes from "Santa Irene," inspired by the old cathedral in Perissa, though the island's official name is "Thira.'
2 - Residents
As of the 2011 census, Santorini has 15,550 residents. However, the population swells in summer, with over 2 million tourists visiting annually, especially in July and August.
3 - Number of Churches
Santorini, like other Cycladic islands, has over 600 temples, mostly small and often private, with more churches than houses.
4 - The Caldera
Santorin's caldera is the world's only inhabited one, preserving unique cave houses and architecture on volcanic soil.
5 - The lost Atlantis
Santorini is linked to Atlantis due to the Minoan settlement of Akrotiri, a developed city destroyed around 1500 BC by a volcanic eruption, aligning with Plato's myth.
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