Akrotiri Lighthouse

lighthouse in Akrotiri Santorini Greece
lighthouse in Akrotiri Santorini Greece
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In the lovely, tranquil village of Akrotiri you can find the well-known lighthouse located on the extreme southwest part of the island, 18 kilometers away from the capital of Santorini. It is considered one of the best and most beautiful lighthouses in Cyclades. Attuned to the rest of the island, it is an admirable building with whitewashed walls standing on the edge of a high cliff right above the sea. It is, by all means, an idyllic setting. The Akrotiri lighthouse, which was manufactured by a French company in 1892, is among the first lighthouses in Greece. It stopped operating during World War II but started again in 1945 with a reconstruction by the Greek Navy. Originally it was powered by petrol fuel until 1988 that it became automatic. The tower above the lighthouse keeper’s house is 10 meters high and emits a luminous white light. There is no public access inside the building but you can relish it, together with a fascinating view, by sitting on its exterior stone wall or on the rocks by the sea all around. The lighthouse is easily accessible by road from Akrotiri village and the route suggests magnificent images. #Greece #Santorini #Culture #Cyclades #Trovember
This is the south /ending part of Santorini Island. Only a military Lighthouse located at this place but is a nice view that can see the north part of Santorini. The road here is narrow with limited parking. #nature

Tours & day trips

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Santorini Flying Dress Experience with Hotel Pick up

Santorini Flying Dress Experience with Hotel Pick up

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿3,289 per adult*
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Private & custom tours

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Santorini Private Highlights Tour & Wine Tasting with local guide

Santorini Private Highlights Tour & Wine Tasting with local guide

Activity duration is 5 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿5,117 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Santorini Day Tour with Sunset in Oia

Santorini Day Tour with Sunset in Oia

Activity duration is 10 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 39 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿3,618 per adult
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Weddings & honeymoons

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Santorini: Oia Private Couple Photoshoot with 35 Photos

Santorini: Oia Private Couple Photoshoot with 35 Photos

Activity duration is 20 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿2,924 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Akrotiri: Guided Horseback Riding Day Trip to a Beach

Akrotiri: Guided Horseback Riding Day Trip to a Beach

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿2,741 per adult
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Reviews of Akrotiri Lighthouse

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We highly recommend to go to the lighthouse for the sunset.

5/5 - Excellent

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Great spot for the famous sunset.

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Castle of Akrotiri

Find out about the history of Akrotiri when you spend time at Castle of Akrotiri. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area.

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