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Perivolos

Greece

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The black beach is a 5 kilometer black sandy beach located only 10 km from Fira. It’s the perfect way to finish our tour with a relaxing walk along the beach.Depending on the tour time chosen,you can also enjoy lunch or dinner overlooking the Aegean Sea.

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Perivolos Beach

    Welcome to Pee-ree-vo-los, a coastal stretch that represents the fascinating intersection of Santorini’s violent geological past and its sophisticated contemporary leisure culture. As you stand here, you are witnessing the…

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  2. 2The Northern Transition — From Perissa to Perivolos

    As we move toward the northern boundary of Pee-ree-vo-los, we encounter an almost seamless transition from the neighboring village of Pee-ree-sa. To the casual observer, there is little distinction between where one ends and the…

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  3. 3The Socio-Economics of Sunbeds and Tavernas

    In the heart of Pee-ree-vo-los, we find ourselves at the center of the beach’s social economy. One of the most fascinating aspects of Greek beach culture, particularly here on Santorini, is the commercial arrangement of the…

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  4. 4Aquatic Exploration and the Atlantis Myth

    Pee-ree-vo-los is not merely a place for terrestrial relaxation; it serves as a gateway to the fascinating world beneath the surface of the Aegean. If you look toward the horizon, you might see the colorful sails of windsurfers…

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  5. 5Industrial Heritage — The Forty One Tomato Factory

    To truly understand the history of Pee-ree-vo-los, one must look beyond the beach bars to the remnants of its industrial past. A prime example of this is the establishment known as Forty One. …

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  6. 6Architectural Harmony — Luxury and Seclusion

    As we move slightly inland from the immediate shoreline, we encounter the architectural evolution of Pee-ree-vo-los’s hospitality sector. This area is home to some of the island’s most thoughtfully designed boutique hotels, such…

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  7. 7The Southern Reach — Agios Giorgos and Culinary Traditions

    As we continue our journey southward, we arrive at the area often referred to as Ah-yios Yor-yos beach. While it is effectively a continuation of the Pee-ree-vo-los stretch, the atmosphere here becomes even more relaxed and…

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  8. 8Perivolos Beach

    As our exploration of Pee-ree-vo-los concludes, we find ourselves at a point of quiet reflection. We have traveled the length of a coastline that serves as a living monument to the island’s volcanic identity. …

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What is Perivolos?

Perivolos is a place in Greece with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationGreece
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates36.3426, 25.4595
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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