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  2. Red Beach (Santorini) - Wikipedia

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    The beach's sand is composed of black and red pulverized volcanic rock from the nearby Santorini caldera. Red Beach can be accessed from nearby Akrotiri. [1] [2] The area is prone to landslides, and since 2013 parts of the beach have been inaccessible due to said slides. [2] [3]

  3. Santorini - Wikipedia

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    Santorini retained its privileged position in the 17th century, but suffered in turn from Venetian raids during the frequent Ottoman–Venetian wars of the period, even though there were no Muslims on the island. [23] Santorini was captured briefly by the Russians under Alexey Orlov during the Russo-Turkish War of 1768–1774, but returned to ...

  4. List of World Heritage Sites in Greece - Wikipedia

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    The birthplace of Apollo and Artemis according to Greek mythology, the sacred island of Delos was one of the most important Panhellenic sanctuaries during the Archaic and Classical periods. The sanctuary of Apollo on Delos attracted pilgrims from all over Greece, making Delos a prosperous trading port. It fell into decline after 69 BCE. [15]

  5. I've been to over 50 countries. Here are 5 of my favorite ...

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    The postcard-perfect volcanic island of Santorini, Greece, captured our hearts when we visited in 2013. With its white-washed buildings overlooking the cobalt-blue Mediterranean Sea, it's an ...

  6. Three Bells of Fira - Wikipedia

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    In the mid-17th century, two modest cave churches were built into the then-solid cliff face. These churches were eventually destroyed as the cliff receded (due to the ongoing expansion of Fira) and an infirmary was built. This building was eventually occupied by Jesuits, who lived on the site until the land was given to the Diocese of Santorini ...

  7. Akrotiri, Santorini - Wikipedia

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    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).

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