The eruption changed the circular shape of Santorini, known then as Strogili, into its present-day crescent form. The island was divided into three parts: Thera (Santorini), Thirasia, and Aspronisi.

Santorini is also the site of one of the largest volcanic eruptions in human history. Known as the Minoan eruption, it occurred around 1,600 B.C. and destroyed much of the formerly round island ...

An insider guide to enjoying this iconic Greek island, its dazzling sunsets, clifftop villages and all-encompassing volcano ...

Santorini is also the site of one of the largest volcanic eruptions in human history. Known as the Minoan eruption, it occurred around 1,600 B.C. and destroyed much of the formerly round island.

Santorini is also the site of one of the largest volcanic eruptions in human history. Known as the Minoan eruption, it occurred around 1,600 B.C. and destroyed much of the formerly round island ...

Santorini is also the site of one of the largest volcanic eruptions in human history. Known as the Minoan eruption, it occurred around 1,600 B.C. and destroyed much of the formerly round island.