Ancient Thera
Mesa Vouno, Greece
Ancient Thera occupies the ridge of Mesa Vouno above the island's southeastern coast. The remains of temples, public buildings, streets and houses tell the story of the city that developed long after Akrotiri's destruction. Choose it for a visit that brings archaeology and landscape together. Wear shoes suitable for uneven ground, take water and check access conditions before setting out; the exposed position is part of its appeal and an important practical consideration.