LIFE & CULTURE
Greek Traditions
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Holy Week & Greek Easter Traditions
For Greeks, Easter is the biggest religious holiday of the year. Although many of the… -
Greek Easter Eggs
Dyeing red Easter eggs is a symbol of Orthodox Easter and a long-standing tradition. Although… -
Unique Easter Customs Around Greece
As Easter approaches, Greece bursts with a kaleidoscope of traditions and celebrations, each region boasting… -
March 25 - Greek Independence Day
On March 25th, Greek people all over the world celebrate the Greek Independence Day. Even… -
Lagana–Traditional Bread For Clean Monday
Lagana bread holds a special place in Greek culinary tradition, particularly during Clean Monday, the… -
Kathara Deftera - Clean Monday In Greece
Clean Monday (or, in Greek, Kathara Deftera) is the first day of Great Lent in… -
Apokries (Carnival) In Greece
In Greece, the word "apokries" carries a rich cultural significance, translating to "no more meat"… -
The Tradition Of Tsiknopempti
Tsiknopempti is the Thursday during carnival that marks the coming of lent, and the last… -
Unique Carnival Customs Around Greece
When apokries arrives in Greece (aka carnival season), it brings with it a whirlwind of… -
Why Greeks Break A Pomegranate On New Year’s Day
In Greek culture, the pomegranate fruit has symbolized fertility, luck, prosperity, renewal, and regeneration since…
