Oia (Greece) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Oia (Greece)
The recorded history of Oia dates back to the 13th century, when the Duchy ofNaxoswas established by theVenetiansand feudal rule was instituted on Santorini. Apanomeria, known with the local inhabitants as Agios Nikolaos castle, was one of the 5 local citadels and the ruins of its residential keep is the oldest part of modern Oia. The Ottoman Empire took over control in 1579, and the nameApanomeriafound general acceptance until it was changed to present dayOiain the mid 19th century. At the end of the 19th century, peace brought prosperity. Oia's harbour, Amoudi Bay, developed as an important centre for maritime trade, a position boosted by the declining importance of Venice as a Mediterranean trading hub. It was part of many trading routes, fromAlexandriato as far asRussia. By the turn of
Top Attractions in Oia (Greece)
Explore the best things to see and do in Oia (Greece):
- ★Agios Georgios Church
- ★Amoudi Bay
- ★Armeni Bay
- ★Caldera Massages Studio
- ★Katharos Beach
- ★Londsa Castle
- ★Naval Museum
- ★Oia - Fira hike
Where to Eat in Oia (Greece)
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴1800-Floga Restaurant
- 🍴Ambrosia Restaurant
- 🍴Apsithia Restaurant
- 🍴Finikia Restaurant
- 🍴Flora Restaurant
- 🍴Laokástē
Where to Stay in Oia (Greece)
- 🏨Alta Mare
- 🏨Aspa Villas
- 🏨Atlantida villas
- 🏨Chelidonia Villas
- 🏨Delfini Villas
- 🏨Ecoxenia Studios
Oia (Greece) Travel Guide Sections
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