Who created Thira?
Who created Thira? In the 9th century BC, Lacedaemonians (Dorian Period) came to the island and founded the city of Ancient Thira on Mesa Vouno. They named the city and the island after their Spartan commander and leader, Theras.
Do Greeks call it Santorini or Thira?
After the liberation of Greece in 1821, the name 'Thira' was established as the official name of the island. In spite of this, maps abroad had the island marked as 'Santa Irina'. Until today Greeks still refer to the island as Santorini.
What is the myth of Santorini?
According to Mythology, Santorini was created from a lump of earth that was thrown into the sea by Euphemus, Poseidon's son. Euphemus had a dream one evening that he had made love to a nymph who was the daughter of Triton (the son of Poseidon and Aphrodite).
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.
How does Santorini get water?
Santorini really has no sources of natural drinking water. While a couple of new sea water desalination plants have been able to supply the main cities with clean water, many households still rely on collecting the winter rain fall in large tanks that sit on top of many houses.
Can you flush toilet paper in Oia?
There's a very important rule for using the bathroom in Greece: don't flush your toilet paper.