Greek Orthodox Easter is a wonderful time to visit Athens. Spring will have sprung and the Good Friday processional and Easter eve (midnight Saturday) service will always leave me with a tingle down my spine for their beauty. Regardless of your faith, Orthodox Easter is a beautiful time to visit Greece and the rewards of [...]
Beyond the Acropolis
A guide to discovering Athens off the beaten path and some of the sweetest spots beyond Athens
Beyond the Acropolis
A guide to discovering Athens off the beaten path and some of the sweetest spots beyond Athens
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Go Fly a Kite! On Monday March 10 in Athens
Posted on February 29th, 2008
Monday March 10 is Clean Monday (Kathara Deftera)
Bring your kite to Philopappou Hill and join in the fun and children of all ages continue the Greek tradition of kite flying on Clean Monday. Bands will perform traditional Greek music on a specially created stage throughout the day. Lagana (traditional bread), olives and halva will be [...]
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