🏛️ Ancient Thera
Hellenistic and Roman ruins atop Mesa Vouno, Santorini
📌 Fast Facts
- Location: Mesa Vouno plateau, 369 metres above sea level
- Period: 3rd century BCE to 1st century CE
- Excavations: Begun late 19th century, ongoing
- Key features: Paved roads, temples, theaters, drainage systems
Ancient Thera is an archaeological site in Greece that preserves Hellenistic and Roman ruins on the windswept summit of Mesa Vouno above Santorini. The settlement occupied this elevated plateau from approximately the 3rd century BCE through the 1st century CE, spanning four centuries of continuous habitation during the classical Mediterranean period. As of 2026, the site remains accessible to visitors via a demanding uphill path, with ongoing archaeological investigations continuing to document ...