In 1950 the Santorini volcano experienced its last eruption, closing a cycle of volcanic activity that had begun in 1939.

Based on the data we collected, our team believes the Archaeos Tuff is the result of an eruption six times bigger than the Bronze Age Minoan eruption, leaving behind rock deposits 30 times thicker.

The eruption is believed to have contributed to the decline of the ancient Minoan civilization. Although it's still an active volcano, the last notable eruption occurred in 1950.

The eruption is believed to have contributed to the decline of the ancient Minoan civilization. Although it’s still an active volcano, the last notable eruption occurred in 1950.