For some reason the architecture of the beautiful Greek island Santorini is universally fascinating, even to those who don't hold any interest in the subject whatsoever. It might be the vivid contrast between the white painted walls of the buildings and the lagoon blue skies, or the geometric shapes that inspire so many in their simplicity.
The views itself on the island are terrific. A rectangular lagoon surrounded by steep cliffs creates a post volcanic environment that takes your breath away. However, when one thinks of Santorini, it is the whitewashed, blue-domed houses and churches that come to mind. These are probably the "trademark" of the island, attracting hundreds of tourist every year.
To make it even more fascinating, the history of Santorini's human inhabitation reaches as far back as the Bonze Age (3000 B.C.) and the island is still hides many of the secrets buried deep under the layers of volcanic rock that contributed to their destruction. Overall, Santorini is a fascinating place to visit, no matter if you're an architecture connoisseur, or just enjoy being surrounded by beauty and peace that the island holds within.
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