Explore Thirasia was founded by my
passion for cycling, my love and respect for nature. Thirasia is an island part
of Santorini with wild beauty and pristine land.
Τhe few cars on the island makes it
automatically an ideal land for safe e-biking ride.
Panoramic breathtaking Caldera
views will give you the chance for amazing photos. But, that is not enough!
Your experience will be enriched with my narration on the local life and
introduction to local delicacies with pure ingredients some of which
inhabitants themselves produce.
Thirassia Island is a
miniature of what Thira used to be several years ago. Its villages are still
surrounded by the “aura” of the past. It’s oblong in shape, with an 9km
diameter in length, and a 2.5 diameter in breadth. According to Greek history,
it was named after Therasia, the younger daughter of King Theras.
Thirasia used to be connected to
the island of Santorini till the earthquake of 1628 BCE. Today, this volcanic
land is a peaceful destination, with a population slightly over 150 people,
favored by tourists for its five traditional villages and the typical island
architecture.
In 1867, the french volcanologist Fouque
conducted some excavations in Thirasia and studied the remains of the buildings
and the findins including utensils and tools. According to these findings
the settlement of Thirasia dated back to the Bronze age.
You will arrive on Thirassia by
boat from Amoudi to the new port of Riva. Like every other Greek island,
Thirasia boasts numerous churches, which are interesting to see – some for
their religious art, others for architectural style, location, and scenic
views. There are 23 churches you will discover on rocks and in gorges.
So, it is an ideal place for cycling and hiking paths.
The island is small and perfect making
it ideal to explore it in a day by e-bike or by walking.
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