Santorini is one of the most magical islands of Greece. It is a barren, rocky
island just opposite a volcano, with black and red beaches and towns
situated on high cliffs offering breathtaking views and fantastic sunsets.
Santorini has a dramatic beauty as opposed to lush and green islands.
The volcano is still active, and the last eruption was in 1950, causing an
earthquake that destroyed many villages on the island. The island's
official name is Thira and its main town, Fira, is also the capital of the
Cyclades islands.
Approaching the island by boat the immediate impression obtained is
this is a Greek island unlike any other. The island of Santorini was
formed out of the lava from the volcanic eruption in 1660 BC. The central
part of the volcano sank into the sea leading to the emergence of Santorini
itself and the tiny neighbouring islands of Thirasia, Palaia and Nea
Kameni close by.
Today, Santorini is the only inhabited Caldera (volcano cauldron) in the
world. Unlike other islands in Greece, the towns and villages sit densely
on top of the massive cliffs of the Caldera and from a distance appear like snow capping the towering mountain tops. The coloured strata of the volcanic rock of these cliffs are spectacular in themselves: chocolate brown, rust red, yellow ochre, white and cream. The geological uniqueness however is not the only thing that makes Santorini a special holiday destination.
island just opposite a volcano, with black and red beaches and towns
situated on high cliffs offering breathtaking views and fantastic sunsets.
Santorini has a dramatic beauty as opposed to lush and green islands.
The volcano is still active, and the last eruption was in 1950, causing an
earthquake that destroyed many villages on the island. The island's
official name is Thira and its main town, Fira, is also the capital of the
Cyclades islands.
Approaching the island by boat the immediate impression obtained is
this is a Greek island unlike any other. The island of Santorini was
formed out of the lava from the volcanic eruption in 1660 BC. The central
part of the volcano sank into the sea leading to the emergence of Santorini
itself and the tiny neighbouring islands of Thirasia, Palaia and Nea
Kameni close by.
Today, Santorini is the only inhabited Caldera (volcano cauldron) in the
world. Unlike other islands in Greece, the towns and villages sit densely
on top of the massive cliffs of the Caldera and from a distance appear like snow capping the towering mountain tops. The coloured strata of the volcanic rock of these cliffs are spectacular in themselves: chocolate brown, rust red, yellow ochre, white and cream. The geological uniqueness however is not the only thing that makes Santorini a special holiday destination.
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Santorini - Greece 09 Jun 2009 - 16 Jun 2009 Course price £ 695
Who is this course for:
It does not really matter if you are a beginner or a well advanced photographer, you will find yourself that this island has something to offer for everyone. It is just gorgeous and with plenty of photo opportunities, plain and simple.
What you should bring with you:
Mainly cool clothes as it gets lovely and warm during June. The temperature is usually between 20 - 30 Celcius however, a light jacket is some times necessary as during the evening it gets cooler. Light walking boots is also a good idea as there is uneven terrain to walk to. All your photography gear (especially tripod) and a few prints of your previous work for constructive feedback and discussion within the group.
What is included in the price:
Accommodation, breakfast, lunch, tuition, transport to and from airport, transport during the course and tutorial on image processing, for those with not much knowledge on the subject.
What is excluded:
Insurance, meals not mentioned above and flights.
Flights:
There are flights from London Gatwick with Easyjet (for the UK residents) on the 9th of June and they cost from as little as £95. There are also flights from Manchester with Thomson and Newcastle with Thomascook. Flights must be checked before booking for this tour.
It does not really matter if you are a beginner or a well advanced photographer, you will find yourself that this island has something to offer for everyone. It is just gorgeous and with plenty of photo opportunities, plain and simple.
What you should bring with you:
Mainly cool clothes as it gets lovely and warm during June. The temperature is usually between 20 - 30 Celcius however, a light jacket is some times necessary as during the evening it gets cooler. Light walking boots is also a good idea as there is uneven terrain to walk to. All your photography gear (especially tripod) and a few prints of your previous work for constructive feedback and discussion within the group.
What is included in the price:
Accommodation, breakfast, lunch, tuition, transport to and from airport, transport during the course and tutorial on image processing, for those with not much knowledge on the subject.
What is excluded:
Insurance, meals not mentioned above and flights.
Flights:
There are flights from London Gatwick with Easyjet (for the UK residents) on the 9th of June and they cost from as little as £95. There are also flights from Manchester with Thomson and Newcastle with Thomascook. Flights must be checked before booking for this tour.
This course is quite intensive and some of the walks can be a bit strenuous so a reasonable level of fitness will be required however, our walks will be no longer than 1/2 hour long. Our aim is for you to leave the course with a much better knowledge and understanding of the subject but also with a great experience that will stay with you for the rest of your life. And most importantly, with a few very good images that you will be proud of.
Well, if you like what you see here and you are ready to take the tour, then just click the button below and book for this workshop. You can pay by using your debit or credit card. If you would like to pay by cheque instead, please contact us and we will send you the details. A deposit of £200 is required for booking this tour, the remaining balance will be paid eight weeks before the tour date.
Well, if you like what you see here and you are ready to take the tour, then just click the button below and book for this workshop. You can pay by using your debit or credit card. If you would like to pay by cheque instead, please contact us and we will send you the details. A deposit of £200 is required for booking this tour, the remaining balance will be paid eight weeks before the tour date.
We will be based near the center of the island, a perfect and easy location for our daily excursions. Although Fira is the capital of the island, Oia is where all the beauty lies and where everything is happening. A few different factors have a lot to answer for that of course. The place is spotless, the way it’s been built is unique and of course and without any doubt, you get the best sunset views, although it gets extremely busy during that time with thousands of tourists.
Oia is a visitor’s heaven and it all comes down to that clean cut look and its amazing sunsets of course. The whole village (like most of the island) is built right on the cliff’s black rock, which creates a huge contrast when combined with the white houses and their colourful doors, windows and staircases. Let’s not forget the white washed churches with their Mediterranean blue domes of course. Moving away from Oia and its own beauty, you get into a more reality stricken world, that of the local life, with the ordinary houses and patios, nothing fancy really, plain and simple world but with its own beauty signature. All the way from the one side of the island to the other, all villages have something different to offer, they all have their own beauty. Imerovigli, Firostefani, Fira, Perissa, Megalohori, Akrotiri, Pyrgos and so on. The locals are very friendly and wouldn’t stop to think twice for a pose in front of the lens. Colourful patterns, shapes, colours, abstract photography. This island is a glorious heaven for photographers. Plenty to photograph even after the sun goes down as the villages are well illuminated and during the night they have their own beauty however, so has the Greek cuisine with its tasty treats. Even if you try to get out for some late photo shooting, the glorious fragrances that come out of the local restaurants wouldn’t let you have a chance.
Oia is a visitor’s heaven and it all comes down to that clean cut look and its amazing sunsets of course. The whole village (like most of the island) is built right on the cliff’s black rock, which creates a huge contrast when combined with the white houses and their colourful doors, windows and staircases. Let’s not forget the white washed churches with their Mediterranean blue domes of course. Moving away from Oia and its own beauty, you get into a more reality stricken world, that of the local life, with the ordinary houses and patios, nothing fancy really, plain and simple world but with its own beauty signature. All the way from the one side of the island to the other, all villages have something different to offer, they all have their own beauty. Imerovigli, Firostefani, Fira, Perissa, Megalohori, Akrotiri, Pyrgos and so on. The locals are very friendly and wouldn’t stop to think twice for a pose in front of the lens. Colourful patterns, shapes, colours, abstract photography. This island is a glorious heaven for photographers. Plenty to photograph even after the sun goes down as the villages are well illuminated and during the night they have their own beauty however, so has the Greek cuisine with its tasty treats. Even if you try to get out for some late photo shooting, the glorious fragrances that come out of the local restaurants wouldn’t let you have a chance.
Everyone has read about the spectacular sunsets that occur on this island and the sceptic may question whether the setting sun can really appear differently here than from the neighbouring islands of Naxos or Ios. Nevertheless, the sunsets at Santorini, viewed from the Caldera, really are breathtakingly beautiful when seen as a backdrop to the volcano. The colours that streak the sky change from lilac to deep purple, from yellow to orange to red, as the golden sun sinks and becomes blood red reflecting its light on to the sea and the surrounding little islands. The eastern slopes of the island are green and fertile, even in October. This is due to the copious vineyards that grow so well in the fertile volcanic soil. The terraced slopes of the mountains use every available part of this fertile land. Santorini used to be a round island, but during an earthquake and volcano-outbreak in the 15th century BC the middle of the island sunk and gave it the shape it has today. This is one of the reasons why many believe Santorini really is where Atlantis once was. The island has changed names through history. Originally it was called Stroggyli "round" since that was the shape of the island. When the Phoenicians came they named it Kallisti "the very best", and finally it got the name Thira after its first ruler. The Romans originally used the island as a place for exiles, but later helped in building up the island. The Christianization of Santorini took place between the 2nd and 5th century. The island was often ravaged and even destroyed by pirates and in 1204 it was conquered by the Venetians.It was about then the island got its current name. The islands patron saint was Ag Irini (St Eirene) and the foreign sailors called her St Irini - thus Santorini. The island was destroyed by the Venetians in 1354, and once again in 1397, this time by the conquering Turks. In 1821 Santorini joined forces with the Greek revolutionists and the island was subsequently freed from Turkish rule.
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