The panoramic views it offers over the island and volcano are breathtaking.
The most peaceful place to watch the island’s magnificent sunset and feel a true connection with nature is Profitis Ilias, a small church that hugs the cliff on the caldera between Oia and the village of Finikia. “Santorini is an island that has been widely discovered, yet there are so many spots that remain known only to the locals. One can find true treasures there, from handcrafted jewelry to ceramics and kaftans by Greek designers.” “When I am on Paros, I love taking a walk through the bougainvillea-flourished alleyways of Naoussa, which are filled with small boutiques. Just choose a seafront taverna, sit back and enjoy while listening to the soothing sound of the waves breaking beside you.” As for food, seafood freshly caught from the Aegean Sea is best eaten raw. “I insist you try a Greek beer – Santorini is known for Yellow Donkey, a fresh ‘lagered ale’, while Paros is proud to produce 56 Isles, a ‘Wit’ with Aegean heart. It is an experience that will imbue you with a sense of authentic Cycladic life.” Visit a winery for exceptional Assyrtiko wine and sit back at a traditional ‘kafenio’ to mingle with the community. “On Santorini, explore the picturesque villages of Pyrgos and Emporio, which are off the beaten tourist trail and inhabited only by locals. What was once the gathering place for crowds of believers is now an illustration of Ancient Greek beauty. The Delion Sanctuary of Apollo and Artemis sparkles under the Cycladic sun, surrounded by the turquoise waters at the heart of the archipelago. “When on Paros, take a boat trip to Despotiko, a small island that preserves all the mystery and magic of a place that’s pristine and almost impenetrable. The small churches, fishing boats and busy main square also offer plenty to explore.”
It is the island’s undisputed lifestyle and nightlife hub, which bustles day and night.
“Megalochori on Santorini is my happy place – an unspoiled, traditional little village where life has changed very little throughout the years.
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