Thira Regional Unit, Regional administrative division in South Aegean, Greece.
Thira Regional Unit spans across 314 square kilometers, incorporating five municipalities and numerous islands within the Aegean Sea waters.
The administrative division emerged from the Kallikratis reform of 2011, replacing the previous structure of the Cyclades Prefecture with a new regional system.
Each municipality within the regional unit maintains its individual traditions, from local festivals to specific culinary preparations derived from Mediterranean ingredients.
The regional unit operates through a structured local government system with Fira as its capital, managing services across all five municipalities.
The territory includes multiple inhabited islands, including Santorini, Anafi, Folegandros, Ios, and Sikinos, each with distinct geographical characteristics.
Location: South Aegean Region
Inception: 2011
Capital city: Fira
GPS coordinates: 36.41670,25.45000
Latest update: April 2, 2025 17:56
Akrotiri
8.4 km
Hozoviotissa monastery
62 km
Red Beach
9.2 km
HMT Royal Edward
13 km
Kolumbo
11.8 km
Santorini cable car
1.9 km
Three Bells of Fira
2.1 km
Museum of Prehistoric Thera
1.6 km
Skaros Rock
3.4 km
Ship procession fresco (Akrotiri)
8.3 km
Panagia Episkopi
4.5 km
St. John the Baptist Cathedral, Santorini
1.8 km
Archaeological museum of Thera
1.6 km
Olympia
49.7 km
Pre-historic settlement of Skarkos
38.1 km
Naos Episkopis
42.6 km
Castle of Akrotiri
8.1 km
Church of Saint Irini of Ios
37.5 km
Akrotiri lighthouse
10.6 km
Odysseas Elytis Theatre
37 km
Moni Profiti Ilia (Santorini)
5.5 km
Profitis Illas
5.5 km
Anastasi Church (Oia)
8.3 km
Minoa
58.1 km
Ios Palaiokastro
37.9 km
Panagia Gremniotissa
37.4 km
Cathedral of Candlemas of the Lord
1.6 km
Church of Panagias Kalou, Kouloumbos
6 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes