A visit to the Akrotiri Archaeological site was one of the highlights of my recent trip to Santorini. Recently excavated from under layers of volcanic ash, it is fast becoming known as the Greek Pompeii and just as fascinating to see. I recommend it as trip not to miss during your own stay on the …
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The island of Santorini is one of the best places to go to if you want to dive deeper into the history and archaeological finds of Greece and the island itself… And the best way to look at historical pieces is to visit any of the many museums in Santorini. Considering the small size of …
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The Akrotiri Spring Fresco is a celebrated work of art from the Bronze Age Minoan civilization, found at the town of Akrotiri on the Aegean island of Thera (modern-day Santorini). It is believed that Akrotiri was destroyed by a volcanic eruption around 1600 BC, but this and many other Akrotiri Frescoes such as the Boxer, …
Picture yourself stepping into a museum, walking up to a captivating work of art from an era gone by… You find yourself in front of the Ship Procession Fresco, a brilliantly preserved wall painting that tells tales of the Bronze Age and Minoan civilization. This fresco is housed in the Museum of Prehistoric Thera on …
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The Akrotiri Fisherman Fresco is a captivating Bronze Age masterpiece which was discovered at Akrotiri, on the the Aegean island of Thera (ancient Santorini) and is a key representation of the ancient world’s artistic prowess. The fresco is estimated to have been created between 1650 and 1550 BCE and is believed to have been part …
Picture a world rich with art and culture, a society deeply connected with its surrounding nature and a cosmopolitan civilization that thrived on its maritime prowess. The remnants of this illustrious past are still alive, etched onto the walls of the Akrotiri West House in Santorini, Greece. Join us as we explore the Akrotiri West …
The Museum of Prehistoric Thera should be on your list of go-to’s if you ever plan on visiting Santorini, Greece. Located in the capital city of Fira, it is a two-story building that hosts many ancient artifacts and paintings. In this article, we will discuss why it is a place worth going to and the …
If you’ve ever looked into traveling in Greece, chances are that you have heard about Ancient Thera Santorini. Santorini is an island on the Aegean Sea, a little distance from the mainland, with a world of its own. You can find many things to do there from boat tours to wine tasting. But how did …
