The houses of Santorini are categorized by their structure and style. According to their structure there are three types; the common cave houses , called yposkafa , which are dug entirely into the volcanic rock, houses partially dug into the rock with exterior additions and regular residences constructed on the ground.

Among the narrow paths of Santorini lie beautiful churches and architectural jewels that blend into the island's landscape. The settlements of Firostefani , Imerovigli , and Oia offer a breathtaking view of the caldera and the golden sunset, making the island an unmatched destination for summer vacation.

2024年12月10日 · Whitewashed houses with blue domes, cave dwellings carved into cliffs, and neoclassical mansions all contribute to Santorini’s unique architectural tapestry, shaped by centuries of volcanic activity, pirate raids, and economic prosperity. What are the Origins of Santorini’s Architectural Style?

“As part of the Aegean style, traditional Santorini architecture exhibits an unusual freedom of expression as it incorporates the particularities of the island into the structured environment. The peculiarity of the ground allows the creation of subterranean buildings under cultivated fields, buildings so closely connected to each other that ...

Distinguished by beautiful Cycladic architecture with whitewashed villages, blue-domed churches, paved paths, and cubic-shaped houses that create a mesmerizing contrast with the volcanic scenery, Santorini is indeed a sight for sore eyes.

2016年6月28日 · Santorini’s churches are defined by anonymous vernacular architecture. The island has over 600 churches and chapels, only one-fifth of which are dug into the rock. These are simple, square edifices, mostly done in a sparse white, without any particular ornamentation.

2020年12月25日 · Known for its beautiful Cycladic architecture with whitewashed houses, coloured domes, scenic spots and cubic forms standing amidst the rugged terrain of the volcanic scenery, Santorini never misses to find a place on our bucket lists!

From the famous whitewashed houses to the blue-domed churches, the traditional architecture of Santorini tells a story of resilience, history, and adaptation to the environment. Santorini’s architecture is largely shaped by its volcanic landscape. The island has steep cliffs, created by the eruption of the Thera volcano.

2019年8月20日 · The architecture of the island presents a specific beauty, different than the regular Cycladic architectural style of the marble-white painted houses that emerge like several shiny pearls from the blue depths of the Aegean sea.

Santorini’s unique traditional architecture style is mainly based on two distinct types of residences, the “yposkafa” houses, meaning residences that have been carved in the rocks of the caldera, and the “kapetanospita”, or captains’ mansions.