Akrotiri (Greek: Ακρωτήρι, pronounced Greek: [akroˈtiri]) is the site of a Cycladic Bronze Age settlement on the volcanic Greek island of Santorini (Thera). The name comes from the nearby village of Akrotiri.

Akrotiri, Prehistoric Settlement in Santorini is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece. The site is named after the nearby village, while the historical name is unknown. The period of occupation ranges from 4th millennium BC (Neolithic) to 16th century BC (Bronze Age).

2024年8月8日 · The prehistoric settlement of Akrotiri on the island of Santorini (Thíra) is one of the most important archaeological sites in the Aegean and Greece. In prehistory it was a well connected Minoan port town, with connections to mainland …

2023年11月9日 · The Akrotiri site holds immense archaeological and historical significance as excavations have revealed one of the most important prehistoric settlements of the Aegean. Its first inhabitants date back to the 5th millennium BC when Akrotiri was a …

2012年10月18日 · One of the best-preserved ancient settlements in the Aegean, the Akrotiri site was inhabited by the Minoans from Crete around 3000 B.C. The entire ancient city was buried under volcanic ashes after a massive eruption and no …

For over 3,700 years, the ancient city of Akrotiri lay buried under volcanic ash and layers of pumice, preserving parts of the city’s infrastructure, homes and their furnishings, and the remains of many objects, art pieces, and frescos.

2024年9月18日 · Akrotiri Santorini Prehistoric City ruins is the most important archaeological site in Santorini and one of the most important in Greece. You can book a guided tour or just wander under the fabulous bioclimatic roof.

2024年7月12日 · T he prehistoric settlement of Akrotiri, in Santorini island, is one of the most important sites in the Aegean. You might have never heard of the Akrotiri ruins in Santorini before, but if you are planning a visit to the island, this is one of the spots that you should try and visit.

The most prominent archaeological site in Santorini -and one of the most important archaeological sites in the Aegean– is Akrotiri and the findings of the excavations that began in 1967. Akrotiri (Promontory) is located at the southwestern tip of the island, 15 km from Fira.

2024年4月20日 · Santorini’s best-kept secret is Ancient Akrotiri, a buried city that is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece. Here’s the where, why, and how to walk through the excavated streets and peer into the homes of the people who perished when a volcanic explosion tore apart the island of Thera, ending the Minoan period .