Athens Arachova & Delphi Meteora & en route Tinos & Delos Mykonos & Santorini Naxos & Syros Crete Cats
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Mykonos and Santorini are perhaps the loveliest and most popular of the Greek islands. In season, the streets are packed, including many of the "rich, famous and beautiful" of the international set. (Click to see background photo, above) |
 Our ship pulled into the same Mykonos port used by the rich and famous and hordes of tourists (in season). We had the island practically to ourselves. |
 This white (actually pale pink) pelican may be a descendant of the original "Pete" who became a mascot of Mykonos. He now is not alone. And, another view. |
 This ancient church seen here and above is one of Mykonos' many oft-photographed sites. |
 A view on the Mykonos harbor. |
 Mykonos is famous for its picturesque windmills, though they no longer are used to produce power ... |
 Some of which are now homes or offices. |
 Wisteria and aged doors stood out against the white buildings. |
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 Santorini, officially known as Thira, sits on the edge of a huge submerged crater, created by what was probably the greatest volcanic eruption in recorded history. Click here for a closer view. and seen as a mist settles. |
 We docked at the port in Fira ... |
 which also sheltered many small fishing boats. |
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 It was a straight funicular trip, or a twisty burro ride to the town. |
 View from the top. Photo by Kathy Beckman. |
 This building, possibly a private home, clung to the mountainside overlooking the port. |
 A classic blue dome in Santorini's port city of Fira. Photo by Kathy Beckman. |
 While one saw many examples of antiquity along the streets of Fira ... |
 The real treasures and artwork are in the archeological museum, which houses finds from Akrotiri and ancient Thira ... |
 ... including this 3-inch golden ibex. |
 Before long, we were on the road to Oia, on the northern tip of the island. Close up of flowers |
      Scenes from the small village of Oia on the isle of Santorini. |
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 A Santorini hill town. |
 The grapes that feed Greek wineries, including those on Santorini, are pruned and wound into wreathes. They grow without additional supports. |
 Donkeys are still used to carry goods, such as farm products, in the Greek isles. |
 A Santorini sunset. |
Athens Arachova & Delphi Meteora & en route Tinos & Delos Mykonos & Santorini Naxos & Syros Crete Cats