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View of Oia Village, Santorini, Greece
Oia or Ia is a small town and former community in the South Aegean on the islands of Thira (Santorini) and Therasia, in the Cyclades, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it has been part of the municipality of Santorini, of which it is a municipal unit. It covers the whole island of Therasia and the northwesternmost part of Santorini, which it shares with the municipal unit of Santorini.
The village is built on the steep slope of the caldera and the houses and restaurants are built into niches carved into the caldebra on the seaward side. There are narrow passageways and a central square. Its paths are very narrow and hence gets congested during the tourist season. The idyllic surroundings of the town have a complex of white washed blue domed churches and charming, traditional Cycladic houses and cave houses that are carved into the rock face on top of the cliff. It is set in a location which provides excellent views of the sunset over the caldera. The village is located on top of a hill, at about 150 metres (490 ft) elevation, and known as the Eagles nest from where Palia and Nea Kameni volcanoes are seen and also the island of Thirassia. It is situated to the north of the island and Fira is at distance of 11 kilometres (6.8 mi). The main street in the town, in the central square, is the main trekking path which is cobbled, called the Nikalaou Namikaou, which goes up the hill winding round the caldebra. The island is reached from Fira which is the transport terminus of the island
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View of Oia Village, Santorini, Greece
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This stunning print captures the breathtaking beauty of Oia Village in Santorini, Greece. Perched on the steep slope of the caldera, this small town is a true gem of the Cyclades. The houses and restaurants are ingeniously built into niches carved into the caldebra, creating a unique architectural marvel. As you wander through its narrow passageways and reach the central square, you'll be enchanted by the idyllic surroundings. The charm of Oia lies in its traditional Cycladic houses and cave dwellings that blend seamlessly with the white-washed blue-domed churches. Carved into the rock face atop a cliff, these structures offer an unforgettable sight against the backdrop of crystal-clear waters below. One cannot miss witnessing sunset over the caldera from this vantage point. Positioned at an elevation of 150 meters (490 ft), Oia provides unparalleled views of Palia and Nea Kameni volcanoes as well as Thirassia Island. Known as "the Eagles nest" it offers a panoramic vista that will leave you speechless. To reach this picturesque village, one must embark on a scenic trek along Nikalaou Namikaou - a cobbled path winding up through hills and around the caldebra. Located to north of Fira, which serves as transport terminus for Santorini island, Oia is approximately 11 kilometers (6.8 mi) away. Artie Photography has beautifully captured this mesmerizing scene for all to enjoy without commercial intentions – allowing us to experience firsthand what makes Oia Village such an extraordinary destination in Greece's South Aegean region.
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