Aigialos, in the most desirable location in Fira, quiet and peaceful yet not too far from the hustle and bustle, is a microcosm of the town, a delightful mixture of vernacular and Neoclassical architecture.
On the very trim of the caldera, the most spectacular spot in Santorini, overlooking the volcano and the Aegean sea, and blessed with the loveliest sunset in the world, Aigialos is an unspoilt neighourhood on the southwest Fira, surrounded by three streets.
Located next to the Byzantine church of Christ, Aigialos is a complex of 16 luxurious traditional and Neoclassical houses combing the charm of Cycladic architecture with all modern comforts. Set among quaint cobbled walk ways, all 16 houses named after the winds, offer a magnificent view of the caldera, the volcano and the Aegean from their verandas and balconies.
Each house has been remodelled especially for discerning guests, to the highest specifications yet with absolute respect for tradition.
The buildings has been restored by master masons using local volcanic stone and coloured lime plaster, using the same techniques as their forfathers. The houses combine the traditional nobility and beauty fo the Cycladic architecture with discreet luxury and ever modern convenience.
Tastefully furnished with traditional pieces and antiques, the houses are provided with air conditioning throughout, marble bathrooms, refrigerator-bar, TV, stereophonic music and direct-dial telephone.
All 16 houses have a spacious, full-length sitting room with vaulted ceiling,off whcih leads the master bedroom with internal windows and sills, where one can dream of other worlds and other ages.
Marble reigns throughout, on the floors, on the verandas, in the bathrooms.
Aigialos guarantees absolute security and is ideal for small VIP conferences, with fax, secretariat and full facilities. Aigialos also offers a swimming pool equipped with a relaxing Spa and counter-swim unit, a pool-side bar, the world's most glorious sunset from the three-level bar and all verandas and terraces and a gourmet restaurant.
Transportation is provided from and the points of arrival and departure.
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