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Kamari, Santorini Greece |
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| One of the best organised places in Santorini Kamari
is situated 10 klm far from Fira, at the South east. It is a new village,
reconstructed after the earthquake of 1956 and fully developed in a touristic
resort, with 1350 permanent residents. Apart from the beach, it is worthseeing the ruins of ancient buildings by the sea. |
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| An old winery, that of "Volcan" agency, established
in 1880, has been converted to a museum of wine production. It is presented
the process of wine making, as well as the equipment and machinery used,
traditional artefacts etc.
Various cultural activities, including a Jazz festival, take place in August
during the local festival known as the "Kamariano Panighyri".
A local feast, also in honor of Virgin Mary ("Panaghia Myrtidiotissa") takes place on September 24th. Again, there is plenty of music and dance and food and wine is offered to the participants. A lot of hotels and rooms to let of any category and for all budgets can cover the needs of the visitors; there is also a camping. However, as Kamari is one of the spots of attraction in Santorini, it is advised to book accomodation, especially during August. You will not have problem with eating, as there are several restaurants, taverns and snack bars for any taste. Bars, cafes and discos can fill your nights and warrantie your entertaintment and an outdoor cinema, the only one on the island, can fill some of your evenings. |
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| You can find various shops for gifts and souvenirs,
but also for your needs during vacation. A medical center is available
in case of health problems.
Excursions are made in summer to the nearby island of Anafi. The boats depart from the small port of the village. Kamari is well connected by public bus with Fira and the rest of the island; especially in summer the bus service runs every 15 minutes. Travel agencies and rent-a-car facilities are also available, and there is always the alternative of taxi or private car. |
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