Skaros Rock

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I was strolling on my early morning walk to Imerovigli , when I saw that there was a path towards Skaros Rock, which used to be a fortress. Skaros was one of the five fortified settlements and the most important one. The rock was inhabited in medieval times, because the fortress constructed there offered protection from pirates. At the top of the rock hung a large bell, to warn inhabitants of imminent pirate raids. Skaros was the capital of Santorini until the 18th century, although evacuation of Skaros started at the beginning of the 17th century. The rich Roman Catholics who had once lived there had moved to the town of Fira, abandoning the castle for a lower flatter level with access to the sea. #BVSBlue #instone
Hidden jem if you look hard enough for the Church
I went on a hike to check out Imerovigli in Santorini in Greece and This was my prize for climbing that Iconic Rock formation found in North Side of the Caldera.#takeahike #EndlessSummer #beachbound

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Premium Flying Dress Experience with Hotel Pick up & drop off

Premium Flying Dress Experience with Hotel Pick up & drop off

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Santorini Must-See Highlights: Private Shore Tour

Santorini Must-See Highlights: Private Shore Tour

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Oia Sunset and Traditional Villages Full Day Tour

Oia Sunset and Traditional Villages Full Day Tour

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Akrotiri: Guided Horseback Riding Day Trip to a Beach

Akrotiri: Guided Horseback Riding Day Trip to a Beach

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Akrotiri: Guided Horseback Riding Day Trip to a Beach

Akrotiri: Guided Horseback Riding Day Trip to a Beach

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Popular places to visit

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Catholic Cathedral

After visiting Catholic Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fira. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Catholic Cathedral
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Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral

After visiting Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Fira. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral
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Plateia Theotokopoulou

You can find out about the history of Fira with a stop at Plateia Theotokopoulou. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Plateia Theotokopoulou
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Santorini Folklore Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Santorini Folklore Museum during your trip to Fira. Wander the seaside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Santorini Folklore Museum
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Agios Nikolaos Monastery

Learn about the local history of Fira when you take a trip to Agios Nikolaos Monastery. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Agios Nikolaos Monastery

Agios Georgios Chapel

Find out about the history of Imerovigli with a stop at Agios Georgios Chapel. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Agios Georgios Chapel

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