Greek Christmas traditions Archives

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‘Kalanta’: The Greek Christmas Carols

Posted On December 19, 2019December 31, 2022 By Maria Paravantescomment

Greek Christmas kalanta (carols) are sung on Xmas Eve, when children - gloves, caps & triangles in hand - visit every house & shop: "Na Ta Poume?” Learn more

Category: Greece Culture & Heritage/Learn/Maria's Greek Tip of the Month

What Do Greeks Do for Christmas

Posted On December 11, 2019December 1, 2022 By thegreekvibecomment

In Greece, families and friends celebrate on Christmas Day around a dinner table set in its best with tints of red and green for the season. Learn more

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