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๐Ÿ›๏ธ Ancient Thera

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๐Ÿ›๏ธ Ancient Thera
Classical Greek city ruins on Santorini, founded 9th century BCE


๐Ÿ• 4 min read ยท Updated 21 Jun 2026 at 06:23
๐Ÿ“Œ Fast Facts
  • Location: Mesa Vouno ridge, Santorini, Greece
  • Founded: 9th century BCE by Dorian colonists
  • Elevation: Approximately 369 metres above sea level
  • Periods: Classical, Hellenistic (Ptolemaic naval base), Roman

Ancient Thera is a ruined city in Greece on the island of Santorini that preserves architectural remains spanning ...

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