Fira
Fira The capital of the island of Santorini, built in a unique way to
steep cliffs: white cubic houses, glued to each other, creating
countless levels, hooked the vertical cliffs. Unfortunately, the strong
tourist traffic spurred the expansion of the settlement, removing a
piece of its traditional character.
Port of Santorini is Athinios below Fira. Past the ascent was by donkey
or on foot from the stairs. Today there is asphalt that leads to Fira
and the spectacular cable car, which makes the path Athinios-Fira. It is
worth visiting the Orthodox and the Catholic Cathedral, the
Archaeological Museum, the Museum of Prehistoric Thira, with plant
fossils and archaeological finds, the Mpeloneio Cultural Center with
important literature and history books, the Cultural Center of the
Venetian Concert Hall Gizi where cultural events take place and no
permanent Report on old maps and documents and the Folklore Museum Emm.
Lygnou in Kontochori. In Fira, there are no beaches, most of them
located on the west side of the island. Going to the Old Port, the Skala,
you will find the road leading to the impressive beach Monolithos. By
boat from Skala, visit the neighboring island Thirassia. 250 steps will
lead you to the port village with whitewashed houses. Due to the
volcanic origin of the island, the coast is steep and not suitable for
swimming. You will enjoy fresh fish and enjoy your coffee or a drink
overlooking the Aegean and the volcano, and at night there are bars,
clubs and large clubs with Greek music.
Worth to watch the Festival of Classical Music, which is in August and
September. Spectacular event is the "Hfaisteia, which occur every year
in mid August, with virtual eruption and musical events. Traditional
festival with dancing and singing is the church of Prophet Elias, on
July 20. Fira has many hotels, rooms and studios and a well organized
camping.
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