Thirassia
Therassia, the untouched sister island of Santorini, offers a glimpse into traditional Cycladic
life, with serene landscapes, charming villages, and a rich history waiting to be explored.
The miniature of Santorini
Therassia: A Glimpse into the Past
The History
Therassia is a miniature of what Santorini (Thera) used to be, preserving its traditional charm and untouched landscapes. Its villages still carry the aura of the past, inviting visitors to explore their quiet beauty. The island lies less than a mile from Ammoudi in Oia, reachable in just 20 minutes by private or traditional boat, or as part of a day trip to the volcano. With a total surface of 9.3 square kilometers, Therassia shares similar architecture and geological features with Santorini, reflecting their shared volcanic history.
Myth, History, and Archaeological Discoveries
Myth, History, and Archaeological Discoveries
Therassia offers basic amenities for visitors, including ATMs, a community clinic, a helipad, coffee houses, mini markets, grocery stores, gift shops, taverns, and a bakery. Limited accommodation options are available in Manolas, the island’s main village. You can enjoy traditional Greek cuisine at taverns located in Riva, Manolas, and Korfos.
Useful Contact
Numbers General Information: +30 22860 29143, +30 22860 29238
Community Clinic: +30 22860 29229
USEFUL INFORMATION
Essential Services & Facilities in Therassia
Discovering the islet
Tour
How to get there
Boats visiting the island tie up at Riva, the port of Therassia. The church of Aghia Irini (Santa
Irene) shines white on the hill above. According to a theory, Santorini was named after this
small church.
Agrilia
It was the largest and oldest village on the island until 1928. Ask the locals to help you
explore underground (virtually invisible) rock-hewn houses and old wineries. Panagia
Eisodion, or Lagadi (Virgin Mary of the Presentation, or of the Valley) was built at the
entrance of Agrilia in 1887. It is interesting in terms of decoration and architecture. The
residents or Agrilia are mainly farmers.
Manolas
The capital of the island is built on the rim of its caldera. The view over Santorini is
spectacular from here. Manolas is a picturesque village, with narrow cobblestone streets, a
traditional bakery, an old grocery store, and the 1874 church of Aghios Konstantinos (Saint
Constantine).
Potamos
Built in a gully, this is the first village you will arrive at after you leave Aghia Irini. Several
houses here are rock-hewn. At the centre, you will find the churches of Aghios Dimitrios
(Saint Demetrius) and Panagia Giatrissa (Virgin Mary the Healer).
Riva
Here you will find several fish taverns and a pebbly beach. By bus or taxi, you can go from
here to the other villages of the island, or, if you prefer, you can follow the rural roads called
rimidia.
Kera (or Keradiana)
Located southeast of Manolas, it is perch high up on the cliff, overlooking Palia Kameni and
Nea Kameni. The scenery looks even more impressive if you climb up to the small church of
Profitis (Prophet) Elias, west of Kera, at an altitude of 270 metres.
Korfos
The old Therassia port where boats taking people from Athinios to the volcano take a stop. If
you are already on the island, you can go down the steps to Korfos (270 in total). In Korfos
you will find fish taverns.
Essential Services & Facilities in Therassia
Therassia offers basic amenities for visitors, including ATMs, a community clinic, a helipad, coffee houses, mini markets, grocery stores, gift shops, taverns, and a bakery. Limited accommodation options are available in Manolas, the island’s main village. You can enjoy traditional Greek cuisine at taverns located in Riva, Manolas, and Korfos.
Useful Contact Numbers
- General Information: +30 22860 29143, +30 22860 29238
- Community Clinic: +30 22860 29229