view from my balcony

Neither Here Nor There

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December 16th 2009
Well it is already raining in Greek island paradise. Bummer. In paradise’s defense, it was bright and sunny when I got here just a few hours ago. My room is great. I have my own balcony with a view of the water! When the sun comes back it is going to make a fab spot for reading. I already made it into the town of Fira, which is the capital of Santorini. Since it is December, it is pretty ... read more

Europe » Greece » South Aegean » Santorini

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Greece achieved its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1829. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations. In Worl... ... read more