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An 19th century lighthouse at the far south-western tip of Thira, built by the French in 1892 making it one of the oldest in Greece. Its operation was suspended during the Second World War but recommissioned by the Greek Navy in 1945. It's a popular viewpoint for Santorini's famed sunsets. The lighthouse itself is not open to visitors because it is still in active operation by the Greek Navy.
Akrotiri Lighthouse is a 19th-century lighthouse on the Greek island of Santorini. The lighthouse was built by a French company in 1892, making the lighthouse one of the oldest in Greece. The lighthouse ceased operating during World War II. The Greek Navy recommissioned the lighthouse in 1945. The lighthouse is famed for its sunset views.
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A black sand and pebble beach lined with white rocks, quite similar to the cliffs of Dover except for their volcanic origin instead of marine. The White Beach can be reached only by boat.
Small pebble beach with a restaurant.
A natural cave. Caution: the volcanic rock is very unstable, it is not recommended to enter without a guide.
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A popular bathing spot, with colourful sand composed of pulverised black and red volcanic rock. The unstable volcanic rock is prone to landslides however, and parts of the beach are occasionally inaccessible due to landslide risks. The beach can be reached from Ancient Akrotiri by a hiking trail, approx. 800 m. The first few meters of the water near the shore are quite gravelly, so be prepared to step on some stones. Women are frequently topless. The beach is extremely popular, mostly with locals, although there are no facilities such as showers available. The tavernas built into the caves on Red Beach seem to have no electricity or running water, so if you eat or use the washrooms there, bring along hand sanitizer!