When speaking of Greek customs and traditions, Anastenaria is one of the most peculiar examples. It is a traditional, ecstatic ritual in northern Greece that takes place on May 21st each year, the day the Orthodox Church celebrates the saints Constantine and Helen. Sustained by […]
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Many Greek churches are admirable, but perhaps one of the most remarkable is Agia Foteini in Mantineia, northern Peloponnese. We had the privilege of meeting Kostas Papatheodorou, the civil engineer, architect, artist, and philosopher behind this extraordinary building. He invited us on an exclusive private
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The second largest of the Greek holidays falls on August 15 and is often called the Summer Easter. On this day, people celebrate the Dormition of the Virgin Mary, Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου in Greek, commemorating her death, resurrection, and ascension, according to Greek Orthodox tradition.
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