What day am I on for this trip?
Day 16
In Santorini right now. Time really stops here. One can stare at the sea for hours.
The past few days have been full of discovery.... I know that sounds cheesy. But what I mean is, Athens and Santorini are full of little paths that lead to a spectacular view of the sea and mountains, not to mention an archaeological site dating back to 5th century bc.
Best moments:
Best Moment #1
The Areopagus rock, it vol.2, p.246, Acts 17:19,20
I could not find this place the first time I went to the Parthenon, but I went after the meeting on Sunday. Because the shorter path was closed, I hiked uphill, taking
a strenuous, roundabout route. Getting to the top was really an
unforgettable experience; I was sunburned with achy legs and in a
full-length dress not exactly suited for such a hike (it would have been
too much time to go to hotel). But the idea that Paul set foot on the
same rock to teach, and that we are doing exactly what he did by
preaching God's kingdom gave me a profound sense of fulfillment. To top
off the experience, I asked a Chinese girl to take my picture, and
passed her a Paradise tract, which she gratefully accepted.
Areopagus Rock |
Plaque in Greek describing the account of Acts 17 |
Best Moment #2
Watching the Aegean sea while onboard the star ferry
I have never experienced anything quite as beautiful as the dark blue, clear waters of the Aegean Sea.
Approaching Santorini from Athens by ferry was just wonderful....being
surrounded by the sea really gives one a sense of deep peace and
contentment.
It was a blessing to be on the sea, thanks to
Jehovah and to my generous mother. I was getting a bit tired of the
concrete jungle of Buenos Aires.
Best Moment #3
The bus ticket counter
After
arriving to the main bus terminal on Santorini island, we had to catch
another bus to our hotel. We were looking for here to buy tickets and
found this place.
We
counted that the "tickets on the bus" sign was posted 9 times on this
small space...hahaha...obviously the locals were tired of answering the
same questions over and over again, especially on where to buy tickets.
Best moment #4
Hiking from Fira to Imerovigli
On TripAdvisor, Santorini is described as a hiker's paradise.
And it really is!
I
have never enjoyed hiking so much as I have enjoyed it
here...especially when you are rewarded with unforgettable views. My mom
and I hiked leisurely for about 2 hours, and then boarded a bus to Oia
to view the famous sunset. It was a perfect day!
Cool pics!
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