Its surface area is 73 sq. km. and its population, distributed among thirteen villages, just exceeds thirteen thousand six hundred people, according to the census of 2001.

Latitude: 35.25N - Longitude: 25.20E

LANGUAGE
Greek is the official language in Santorini. English is spoken almost everywhere throughout the island. French, German and Spanish is limited to the major tourist centers.

CURRENCY
The national currency is the euro. Shopkeepers frequently accept American currency. For day-to-day touring and tipping, however, visitors should carry an adequate supply of euros. Hotels, banks and the airport have facilities for changing foreign currency but not always traveller’s cheques.

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