How is Epiphany (Three Kings’ Day on 6 January) celebrated in Greece? A festive look at Greek traditions. Epiphany in Greece and Crete Epiphany, also known as Three Kings’ Day, […]
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New Year’s Eve on Crete: The Unforgettable Mediterranean Celebration. New Year’s Eve on Crete: The Unforgettable Mediterranean Celebration New Year’s Eve on Crete is a magical time filled with unique
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Greek Christmas in the most remote corners: a strange time. Christmas in the remotest corners of Greece is a strange time In the northernmost inhabited area of Greece, the village
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Christmas on Crete and in Greece: The Festive Island Adventure. Cretan Christmas Christmas on Crete and in Greece is a magical time filled with unique traditions and festive cheer. We
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Preparation of Greek Kourabiedes: My Festive Baking Adventure. Preparation of Greek Kourabiedes As we approach the festive season, our thoughts turn to baking those special treats that fill our homes
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Saint Nicholas Day in Crete and Agios Nikolaos: The Unforgettable Winter Celebration. Saint Nicholas Day Saint Nicholas Day holds a special place in the hearts of Cretans, especially in the
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Greek Ohi (Oxi) Day: Commemorating Greece’s Historic Defiance in WWII. Greek Ohi Day is a proud national holiday in Greece. It falls on 28 October each year. Greeks mark this
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Folklore, traditional dances and costumes, festivals and celebrations in Crete. This extended character trait of the island shows its original form only outside the cities and should not be expected
Greek Wedding Traditions: A Guide to Nuptial Customs in Greece and on Crete. Greek wedding traditions on Crete Greek wedding traditions are a beautiful tapestry of culture and heritage that
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August 15 Greece Virgin Mary: National Holiday Honouring the Dormition. August 15th marks a significant day in Greece and many Christian countries worldwide. It is a public holiday celebrating the
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