Akrotiri (Greek: Ακρωτήρι, pronounced Greek: [akroˈtiri]) is the site of a Cycladic Bronze Age settlement on the volcanic Greek island of Santorini (Thera). The name comes from the nearby village of Akrotiri.

Feb 5, 2025 · The prehistoric settlement of Akrotiri on the island of Santorini (Thíra) is one of the most important archaeological sites in the Aegean and Greece. In prehistory it was a well connected Minoan port town, with connections to mainland …

Jul 12, 2024 · The Akrotiri ruins of Santorini island are the prehistoric remains of an ancient settlement that is steeped in the mythical lost city of Atlantis.

Sep 18, 2024 · The Ancient Akrotiri Prehistoric ruins is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece and definitely the most significant cultural attraction in Santorini.

Akrotiri, Prehistoric Settlement in Santorini is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece. The site is named after the nearby village, while the historical name is unknown. The period of occupation ranges from 4th millennium BC (Neolithic) to 16th century BC (Bronze Age).

Akrotiri (Greek: Ακρωτήρι) is a village and a community on the island of Santorini in Greece. [2] It is located 15 kilometers south of the capital Fira, built on the slopes of a hill offering staggering views of the caldera cliffs. On top of this hill, there are remains of a Venetian castle (Goulas).

I loved every minute of my time in Santorini, but three things stick out in my head as true can’t-miss itinerary items: seeing an Oia sunset, tasting crisp Santorini white wines, and visiting the Akrotiri archaeological site. The ancient site of Akrotiri in Santorini is nearly 4,000 years old.

The well-preserved ruins of Akrotiri are the most popular cultural attraction for visitors to Santorini. The ancient city was a colony of the Minoan civilization on the Greek island of Thera, modern day Santorini.

6 days ago · The excavations at Akrotiri have uncovered one of the most important prehistoric settlements of the Aegean. The first habitation at the site dates from the Late Neolithic times (at least the 4th millennium BC).

Santorini (Greek: Σαντορίνη, romanized: Santoríni, pronounced [sa(n)doˈrini]), officially Thira (Greek: Θήρα, romanized: Thíra, pronounced) or Thera, [a] is a Greek island in the southern Aegean Sea, about 200 km (120 mi) southeast from the mainland.It is the largest island of a small, circular archipelago formed by the Santorini caldera.