Imerovigli is situated 3 km. Fira on the edge of the caldera, overlooking the quirky and steep red rock Skaros, who was formerly a Venetian castle - fortified settlement. Imerovigli with whitewashed houses, with neat and dazzling flowers in gardens and in harmony with the environment than hotels the length and breadth of the cliff, relax the eye and offer an unrivaled spectacle. The pavement that goes to the village Firostefani and Fira, the capital is surrounded by stone walls and a little further, donkeys graze in fields blonde.
The settlement was created in mid 16th century and his name was given by the pirates then - conquerors of the island (Imerovigli observatory during the day). When the leader of the Venetian Marco Sanudo, conquered the island of Santorini in 1207, raised their flag over the castle of Skaros probably at that time was officially renamed the island of Thera in Santa Irini - Santorini.The castle of Skaros guarding the western entrance to the island not conquered even once during the 600 years of life. The castle stands on the rock of Skaros has a long history and well worth a visit, of course, on foot, following the path that connects the rock with Imerovigli (about 20 minutes walk).
Do not forget to visit the small chapel located in front of Skaros, visible from the boat at the entrance to the caldera.
