Don t miss watching the sunset at oia visiting the many historical sites or exploring the vineyards.
Greece city with blue roofs.
Most buildings in classical greece were covered by traditional prop and lintel constructions which often needed to include interior colonnades.
It wasn t until 1967 when a military government was in power in greece that the other colors disappeared for good.
We had transportation from the airport to our hostel and as soon as we got in the car greek music was playing and the sun was rising in the distance.
It s the stereotypical image of greece that is familiar to everyone.
Santorini is famous for its cliff side homes which are painted blazing white with deep blue roofs.
From the moment you go up to the mountaintop villages like oia village you are spellbound by the shades of white and blue.
But the pictures tell all when you arrive in santorini.
Thinking that the blue and white showed unification and supported their political agenda this government mandated that all buildings must be repainted in blue and white if they weren t already.
The houses and building structures are predominantly white some with blue dome roofs accented by beautiful blue skies and overlooking the blue sea.
It is a dream island that is the epitome of your greece fantasies white houses blue roofs and windmills.
There is one thing you should know about santorini you don t choose your hotel based on how fancy it is you choose it according to which one has the best sunset view.
My first hour in santorini was everything i expected.
Traveling to santorini has become even more popular in recent years.
If you are looking for a romantic getaway this is the place.
It was picture perfect to say the least.
One of greece s main attractions is the iconic cycladic landscapes with their dazzling white walls sugar cube buildings blue domes sculptural walls narrow alleys pretty chapels and shimmering azure seas.
Santorini santorini is perched on the edge of a submerged volcano overlooking a stunning caldera.