Is Santorini also called Thira?

Is Santorini also called Thira? Nowadays, the official name of the island is Thera, but it is mainly known as Santorini which is how the Greeks refer to it, too.

Why is Thera famous?

It was about 3,600 years ago when a volcanic explosion created the famous caldera that we today see in the middle of Thera. The volcano spewed lava, smoke, ash. The eruption was 121,440 feet high into the air and released 60 cubic kilometers of magma.

What are the 2 main towns in Santorini?

How far is Thira from Fira?

The distance from Fira, the capital (Thira), is 7.5km (5.6 miles). The distance from Kamari is 9.5km (5.9 miles).

What is the other name for Thira?

Thera, Modern Greek Thíra, also called Santorin or Santoríni, island, southernmost island of the Cyclades (Modern Greek: Kykládes) group, southeastern Greece, in the Aegean Sea, sometimes included in the Southern Sporades group.

Where is the nicest place on Santorini?

The best place to stay in Santorini on a friends' trip is Fira town. This place combines the beauty of natural landscapes and an exciting nightlife. It is also the hub of shopping, where you can enjoy the liveliness of the island, and where all the action takes place.

Is Thira and Fira the same in Santorini?

Fira, sometimes spelt 'Thira,' is the capital of the Greek island of Santorini. If you've seen photos of Santorini in the past, with its whitewashed rectangular buildings overlooking the contrasting, rich blue hues of the Mediterranean – well, then, this is where you can find that same enchanting scenery.

How many days should I spend in Santorini?

Santorini is the top tourist destination in Greece and is world-famous for its unique natural beauty. The caldera with the white villages on top, the sunken volcano, and the charming sunset make it a popular place for vacation. In brief, we recommend staying 3 to 5 days in order to visit as many places as possible.

Is Fira the Centre of Santorini?

Fira is the capital of the island. It is located high on the Cliffside and attracts many tourists due to the big shopping area, some small but outstanding museums, restaurants, coffee shops with a great view and its convenient location in the middle of the island.

Can you walk around Fira Santorini?

The walk through the narrow streets of Fira is a typical representation of the most common characteristic of the Cycladic islands, the small shops packed one next to the other, the pebbled streets, the traditional houses with the small blue and sun-burned verandas and of course the amazing view which distinguishes ...

What is the difference between Thera and Fira?

Fira (also called Thera or Thira) is the main town of Santorini island, located on the top of a cliff of a caldera.

Is Oia or Fira prettier?

Oia is typically thought to be the more beautiful and romantic town on the island. I stayed there on my honeymoon and wouldn't have changed it. It was amazing at night to see all of hte people from the island come to the area around my hotel to see the sunset - when this was the view I had from my bed.