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What is the most picturesque town in Santorini?

Description: Oia, pronounced Ia, is the most famous of all villages of Santorini. It is world-known for its quiet life and the fantastic sunset. It constitutes the most beautiful and picturesque village of Santorini.



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7 Best views in Santorini
  • Ammoudi Bay from Oia Castle – Most famous view in Santorini.
  • The overlooked Emporio old town.
  • Caldera from the ferry.
  • Caldera from the top of the cliffs.
  • Oia church with 3 blue domes.
  • South Coast wonders from a Catamaran.
  • 7 – Volcano ridge of Nea Kameni.


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For views – both offer great views of the caldeira, but I have a preference for Oia. For photography – I think Oia offers more interesting angles and scenery for photography. For people who want to explore by bus – Fira is where all the buses depart and return, hence, way more practical. For shopping and nightlife – ...

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Best places to stay in Santorini
  1. Oia. The most romantic spot on Santorini is Oia. ...
  2. Imerovigli, Firostefani and Fira. ...
  3. Megalochori. ...
  4. Pyrgos. ...
  5. Perissa, Kamari and Perivolos.


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While Santorini has long been an A-list favourite, Canaves Oia has become the ultimate celebrity go-to.

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Celestia Grand in Santorini You can see the 5 original villas with private pools in the foreground: Sapphire (where the Kardashians stayed), Artemis, Aphrodite, Iantha, Erotas. There are now 2 more villas, the Junior Villa and the Superior Honeymoon Villa.

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It has become globally famous for its authentic Cycladic beauty, whitewashed houses, labyrinth-like alleys, and amazing hotels, even though the number one thing Oia is renowned for is its magical sunset.

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The walk between Fira and Oia is tricky in parts but doable by anyone in decent shape. Buy water before starting the walk – there are a few places to buy snacks and drinks along the way but they're easy to miss and not always open early in the morning. Avocado Restaurant is the best mid-point stop along the route.

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The hike between Fira and Oia follows the rim of the caldera. The views are stunning. It's easy to do the hike without a guide but a walking tour can make it more interesting.

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The Kardashians stayed at Celestia Grand, south of Fira. They also did a boat tour of Santorini beaches and the volcano and went to Mykonos.

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Escape Oia and Fira. Get out of these hot spots and head to the lesser-known parts of the island: Emborio, Finikia, Colombo Beach, and Pyrgos all showcase the charm of Santorini without the packs of people.

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Oia Village is the most popular town on Santorini — with iconic blue and white churches and the best sunset perches on the island — is the most expensive (and crowded).

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The northern village of Oia (pronounced “ee-a”) is undoubtedly the most popular place to watch the sunset in Santorini.

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Personally, I think you definitely need to visit Oia if you're in Santorini, but the larger question is whether that's where you stay. Oia has a LOT going for it… sitting on the edge of an extinct volcano, the town's many cliffside buildings all offer gorgeous views of the deep-blue ocean.

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Out of many exciting tours to try in Greece, Oia is widely regarded as one of the island's most beautiful and visited communities. An essential must-see on a trip to Santorini.

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Fira is not only Santorini's capital of government and tourism, but it's also Santorini's art and culture capital. Walk the streets of Santorini and you'll come across tons of eye-catching art galleries and shops.

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For the second-half of their Greek getaway, the family travelled to the island of Santorini, staying at the Andronis Luxury Suites in Oia. Taking inspiration from the cave-like homes unique to Santorini, the hotel features five private villas that the family were put up in.

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Film stars such as George Clooney and Demi Moore, international pop singers like Dua Lipa and sports legends like Magic Johnson are only a few of the international celebrities that have been spotted enjoying the Greece's beaches, crystal-clear waters and rich history.

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For the second-half of their Greek getaway, the family travelled to the island of Santorini, staying at the Andronis Luxury Suites in Oia. Taking inspiration from the cave-like homes unique to Santorini, the hotel features five private villas that the family were put up in.

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The best way to get around Santorini is on foot or by bus. You'll see that it's easy to walk around the tiny seaside towns, but the bus is best to get from one town to another. There are KTEL bus routes from Fira (the capital city) to many different destinations around the main island.

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