Prehistoric Town of Akrotiri
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
A Bronze Age settlement on Santorini, well-preserved by a volcanic eruption, possibly inspiring Plato's Atlantis.

📜 Ancient Bronze Age settlement on Santorini, preserved by volcanic ash. 🔍 Often called the 'Greek Pompeii' and linked to the myth of Atlantis. # Why Go 🏛️ Explore remarkably well-preserved ruins 🚶 Walk through ancient paved streets, squares, and multi-storeyed buildings 💡 Learn about sophisticated Minoan civilization, drainage systems, and indoor lavatories 🤔 Ponder theories connecting it to Plato's Atlantis 🌋 Learn about the powerful volcanic eruption that preserved it # Why Avoid 💨 Site is enclosed, consider if sensitive to dust/asthmatic # Accessibility ♿ Wheelchair accessible. # Cost 💰 Adults 12 EUR, children/seniors 6 EUR. Combined ticket for 3 locations 15 EUR. # Hours 🕒 Nov-Mar: 08:00-15:00 (closed Mon). Apr-Oct: 08:00-20:00 (daily). # Getting There 🚌 Accessible by car or bus from Fira.

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