THE OIA VILLAGE OF SANTORINI – THE VILLAGE IN THE GREEK SKY

Today I’m continuing my short series of blog posts on the villages on the island of Santorini in Greece. Today we’re going to take a look at one of the villages most enjoyed by tourists – Oia.

The inhabitants themselves sometimes call it “apano meria” which means “the place on top of the world’’ and this is true – Oia lies 150 meters above sea level and sits on the highest point of the island. Everyone falls in love with the beautiful views that can be seen here as soon as they visit the village and soak in the beauty of its small white traditional houses on the hillside that are interwoven with some other traditionally Mediterranean tones like okra, fuchsia, blue and pink. In between the living houses lie small and beautiful chapels and small churches that are perfect for lovely intimate weddings as well. The village is well-known for its cave houses that stay cosy and cool even during the hottest summer days and offer travelers the rest they deserve.

Not to mention the wonderful sunsets (and sunrises) that can be seen from this place at the top of Santorini. The yellow and orange hues wash over the white buildings and drench the village – everyone stops for those magical 15 minutes to just enjoy and appreciate it.