Megaro Gyzi (or Gyzi Manor)

Megaro Gyzi: One of Santorini’s must-to-see museums One of many Santorini attractions and museums that you may visit during your stay at Esperas Hotel is the Cultural Centre Megaro Gyzi (or Gyzi Manor) in Fira. It is a non-profit organization, founded in 1980 by the Catholic Diocese of Santorini. The main purpose of the Cultural Centre is the spiritual development, the cultural improvement of…

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8 Secret Facts About Santorini

Whether you’ve had the privilege of visiting Santorini—aka one of the most romantic islands in the world—or not, you probably know what it looks like. Photos of vibrant blue waters overlooked by whitewashed stone homes nestled above pristine beachesare constantly fueling wanderlust around the world (guilty as charged). But, as with many other destinations around the world, Santorini…

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The 2nd Santorini Experience returns on October 2016

Following the success of the 1st Santorini Experience that took place last year, the Municipality of Santorini together with Santorini’s Municipal Sports Cultural & Environmental Organization (DAPPOS) and Active Media decided to organize the 2nd Santorini Experience on 7 – 9, October 2016. Professional and amateur athletes will have the opportunity to compete on running and open water swimming.…

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Anedossa Santorini’s Magic Fog

Santorini’s magical phenomenon Anedossa is a local natural phenomenon which is generated by the temperature difference between the volcano and Santorini island, especially when west winds are blowing. It looks like fog or smoke rises abruptly from the caldera spreading onto the rest of the island and then dissolves.…

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The Kasteli and Goulas Tower of Emporio

One of Santorini’s attractions that you may visit is the Kasteli of Emporio (Kasteli means castle). It is located about 20km (about 30 min driving) away from Oia and Esperas Hotel. The Kasteli of Emporio is one of the 5 Kastelia that you may find in Santorini. The rest are located in Oia, Skaros, Akrotiri and Pyrgos. Kastelia were built during 15th…

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The story behind the cave houses of Oia

Oia in Santorini has been for the past few decades one of the most renowned and sought after travel destinations in the world. Its picturesque beauty, its famous sunset, the harmonious bond between the sea, the cliffs, the volcanic rocks and the houses themselves create a sight to behold that hasn’t failed to enchant visitors from…

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The 4 Best Places to Watch the Sunset in Santorini

We recommend you the best 4 places in Santorini to watch the unique and picturesque sunset. Imagine this scene: an amphitheatrical cliff leading down to the wine dark waters of the sea. Little white houses built with seemingly no plan; narrow, cobblestone and labyrinthine streets, snaking their way around them; the sun slowly setting, ready…

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