Thursday, 19 June 2008

The Greece Experience Part 3 - Santorini

This Cycladic island is somehow different from Mykonos. It's a destination for more matured people, particularly elderly couples and newly weds on a honeymoon. In general, the island is quiet and it has a breathtaking view of the volcano ('Caldera' in Greek).

The hotel we stayed in. It faces the volcano (Nea Kameni) and you can enjoy the view whilst sitting back and having breakfast.


It was amazing to see how building are built on the steep cliffs. The cliffs resulted from the explosion from the volcano which dates back 3600 years ago.

Oia Village during sunset. It was the first time I witnessed the complete process of a beautiful sunsetting.



It only takes less than a minute for the sun to be completely obscured. How wonderful.

The view of the caldera side of the island.


The Red Beach

This island is worth visiting if you are here for some stunning views of nature or if you wanna enjoy a quiet and peaceful summer holiday. Don't come here for the beached though; there is nothing impressive about them. Even the famous Red Beach is covered with pebbles (instead of soft sand) which aches your feet.

4 comments:

CHIC-HANDSOME said...

great week

靖雯 said...

u r so sexy lately......

Anonymous said...

Haha.. Thanks jinwern. You too, those photos taken in Penang were awesome!

Josephine said...

wow! must visit greece one day..