Santorini is also known as Thira, the main city of the island is Fira. The dramatically steep cliffs of the island are a result of one of the largest volcanic eruptions in recorded history. In 1600 B.C, the volcano erupted and created what we know now as Santorini. This was called the Minoan Eruption, and the island of Thira sank to the bottom of the caldera.

The cliffs rise dramatically up to 330 meters above the sea and spreads out for at least 2 km along Caldera.
Most of the visitors come here to admire its unique architecture, captains’ houses, Blue Domes, cave houses and the sunset. Watching the sunset is one of the best things to do in Oia, it’s like a ritual! Everyone flocks to watch the sun dip beneath the sea in the distance. The sunset colors complete the extraordinary beauty and offer you an unforgettable sight. It is no wonder that a few movies have been filmed in Oia, for its beauty is unprecedented.

As for sights, one of the best museums of Santorini is in Oia. The Naval Maritime Museum has one of the richest collections in Greece which depicts the naval history of the island. The Byzantine Castle Ruins are a place where you can not only witness a part of the island’s past, but also take some amazing pictures. As an extra bonus, this also considered to be a romantic place that has a great view of the caldera. Oia also has a small port, Ammoudi, which can be reached by a set of 300 steps leading down. There, small boats can take you opposite, to the island of Thirassia. The beach of Armenis is also located there.

Finally, your eyes would definitely set on the characteristic windmill that adorns the village.