Imerovigli

Just two kilometers separate Imerovigli, a charming village on Santorini, and Fira, the island's capital. Although the settlement is an outgrowth of Fira, it is situated on a higher rock. The word "Vigla," which means "day," is the origin of the name Immerovigli. Due to the town's advantageous location, locals have seen pirate ships arriving in the past. Immerovigli is a pleasant and tranquil town nowadays.

There are numerous hotels, characteristic residences, and small bars in the region. Skaros, a sizable rock, is seen in front of Immerovigli. Up until the early 1800s, a castle was erected on this portion of the site. All of the government buildings on the island are occupied by the castle. Following an earthquake, this portion of the island disappeared, leaving only the enormous hill upon which it formerly stood.

All of the churches in Imerovigli were constructed in the Cycladic style. They consist of the Saint Nikolaos Monastery, which is located on the path that connects Imerovigli to Fira, and the Ai-Stratis Church, which is located in the village's center. The ruins of a Venetian castle built in 1207 by Marco Sanudo, who was in charge of all the Cyclades at the time, are located on the neighboring Skaros Rock. There are 470 residents who live there permanently.

• Location: Santorini