5000yr Old City Ruins
Other highlights of the day . . . . Travelled to the top of a very scary hill, involving cliffs, dirt roads, and no guardrails, to the Profite Ilias church and overlook.
Skáros castle ruins (now known as Skáros Rock). Built by the Venetians in the 12th century, this castle was the seat of power in Santorini. It held a commanding view of the entire Caldera. Today, only the foundation remains, largely brought down to rubble by a massive earthquake in 1956 (which also took out the other 6 Venetian castles on the island)
Spent some time in the capital “city” of Firá. More great views, great shops and restaurants. We decided to return tomorrow.
Lunch at Black Sands Beach
Finished our day with dinner back in Oía at a rooftop restaurant (Strogili) overlooking the sunset.
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