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Eiresione: An Ancient Greek Tradition that Inspired the Christmas Tree

Posted On November 26, 2024August 3, 2026 By Maria Paravantescomment

Did you know that the Ancient Greek ‘Eiresione’ branch tradition may have inspired the Christmas tree we all love and have today?

Karavaki: The Greek Christmas Boat of Hope

Posted On November 10, 2024January 5, 2026 By Maria Paravantescomment

Before the Christmas tree, Greeks, on the islands and coasts, decorated boats. The ‘karavaki’ Christmas boat custom is now making a comeback.

What Do Greeks Do for Christmas

Posted On November 3, 2023January 5, 2026 By Maria Paravantescomment

What do Greeks do for Christmas? Family and friends gather around the dinner table, where all the holiday action takes place.

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