For those who love history and wish to witness the eloquent past glory of Santorini, Akrotiri and Ancient Thira are excellent choices. You should explore the sites and see from up close the depiction of a great ancient civilization on every stone. The rich findings allow you to fully comprehend how the ancient Therans lived their life centuries ago, when they thrived and how they fell. History comes alive and you get to step on the very same ground where amazing things have happened.