Our second day in Santorini, Phil and I did a bit of exploring. We went to one of the highest points on the island, Pyrgos, to wind through its twisty stone streets, see a ruined castle, and enjoy the view from the top.
Here's me contemplating the view. Or wondering if anyone would notice if I yanked just a few of those bells.

That afternoon we headed down to Perissa to visit the Black Beach.
My geologist husband went nuts. The beach is black because of the volcanic explosion that formed Santorini. Most of the island is made up of volcanic rock, and it all collects on the beach in tiny, granular bits, barely bigger than regular sand.
Plus we got smoothies.
Unfortunately, as you can probably tell from the picture with no one in it, it was a little chilly for swimming.

Actually, we looked so relaxed, one of the shop keepers had to stop us and ask what cruise we were on. Apparently most of the cruises that stop in Oia give their passengers about two hours to see the town. They race through, take a few pictures, and rush back to their boat. What a shame.
I've already mentioned the dogs in Athens. Well, they were all over Oia, too, bounding from staircases to roofs down the side of the mountain to get the best view anytime one of their friends barked.

There are two dogs in the below picture, the one taking a nap, and the one standing guard like a soldier. If anything happens, he'll be the first to sound the alarm.


Have a great weekend!
I.want.to.go!
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What a wonderful way to end the week! Thank you!! These pic are lovely--the parting shot of Oia is beautiful. And a bit sad, like leaving any place you love is.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to the final set of pics :) Have a great weekend, Anne!
Such amazing pictures. Jealous!!
ReplyDeleteWow, Oia is so gorgeous! The first pic is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLove all the doggies there too! :)
Aw, thanks, everyone! Happy to spread a bit of Friday sunshine (or jealousy as the case may be! =) ). After a crazy month, Greece really does seem so far away. But it's been such a treat to revisit it on the blog. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteSo gorgeous! All these photos make me want to go on vacation!
ReplyDeletethatcovergirl: Thanks! Sounds like you've got some good trips in the works, so I don't feel so guilty! Enjoy your time away!
ReplyDeleteI'm so jealous right now. We aren't vacationing this summer because we have a lot of projects around the house sucking up our vacation fund. I'm living vicariously through you right now.
ReplyDeleteKelly: That's okay, if I can be jealous of your book launch and we can call it even? ;) I do hope you get some time to take a break, though, even if you don't go anywhere!
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