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Santorini is one of the most famous tourist centers of the world. It is also known for its volcanoes. The last volcanic activity was in 1950 and future eruptions are certain.The name of the island "Thyra" comes from the ancient Thiran Spartan from Sparta to come first colonized the island. The name "Santorini" comes from the Frankish Crusaders passing by who stood in their way to refuel near Church of St. Irene, which was on the island.
You can take a Ferry from Peairaias port (Arhens )
Or a airplane from Athens and foreigh countrys in Summer months
Santorini is one of the few Cyclades Islands with a major airport. It is about 6 km southeast of downtown Thera. The main asphalt runway (16L-34R) is 2,125 meters (6,972 feet) in length. The parallel taxiway was built to runway specification (16R-34L). It can accommodate Boeing 757, Boeing 737, Airbus 320 series, Avro RJ, Fokker 70, and ATR 72. Scheduled airlines include the new Olympic Air, Aegean Airlines and Athens Airways, with chartered flights from other airlines during the summer. Transportation to and from the air terminal is through buses, taxis, hotel car-pickups and rental cars.
Santorini Wine ,
Arid Tomatoes
Fava Santorinis Derived from a plant that bears the name 'peas'
White Egg-plants a traditional crop of Santorini
Katsouni a kind of cucumber
You can visit http://www.santorini.gr/ to find more informations about how to travel to Santorini (with timetables ), where to stay in Santorini , events in Santorini and maps of Santorini islands
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