Atlantis Books
Oia, Santorini
Exploring the cobblestone streets of Oia in Santorini, you could easily pass by Atlantis Books without realising the labyrinth of literature that is hidden inside. Beneath street level lies a treasure trove inside a traditional cave house, with myriad books in almost every language stacked from floor to ceiling, balancing on tables, and precariously perched on driftwood shelves. As you study the tomes you’ll spy everything from Greek mythology to the full works of Shakespeare, works from Atlantis’s in-house publishing company Paravion Press, and modern novels, all presided over by Max the grumpy store cat. Make sure you work your way up the narrow internal staircase to the terrace in time for the iconic Oia sunset.