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The Cycladic Islands are world-famous for their picturesque towns of cubic white-washed homes and blue-domed churches. Santoríni is especially famous for the towns of Firá and Oía, whose white and pastel-colored homes and churches-- seemingly stacked on top of each other-- are perched on the cliffs of the caldera. Many of these traditional homes are built on cliff-side caves, thus having a much larger interior than their exterior would suggest. The architecture of Santoríni's picturesque towns is typically Cycladic, but with strong neoclassical and baroque influences visible in many of the island's churches and public buildings.
There's not a lot to do in Fira other than shop and go to the numerous (American-styled) discos and bars. Apart from the few museums and craft studios (which are open fairly late), travellers seeking unique experiences unobtainable elsewhere will be disappointed. Maybe stroll through the shopping district and watch a sunset over dinner in Fira one night, then get out of town to explore the beaches and other island sites. Fira loses its charm quickly. |
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