The Nea Kameni islet - Greek Islands

Special feature Greek Islands : The Nea Kameni islet

Rising out of Santorin Bay is the smoking dome of the Nea Kameni volcano. Still active, it is one of the rare active volcanoes in the Mediterranean. However, the Nea Kameni volcano has not always been so calm; around 1500BC a terrible eruption occurred, destroying half the island. Steep pumice-stone and lava cliffs adorn Santorin's coast line. For thrill-seekers, the cliffs have become a veritable attraction. It is possible to swim in the underwater hot-springs which also contain sulphur, which also lines the islet of Nea Kameni.

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  Thira, on the cliff tops

  
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  A donkey for company

  
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  Oia, for couples

  
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  A little drink in the sun

  
• 5

  Going around the island

  
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  The Nea Kameni islet

  
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  All natural

  
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  The sea right on your plate

  
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  Lazy days

  
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  Time to go home