On August 15, the grandest celebration in Greece after Orthodox Easter, a feast is held commemorating the Dormition of the Virgin Mary or the “Koimisis tis Theotokou”, which means Her “falling asleep” and ascending into heaven. Learn more
Holy Friday: A Greek Orthodox Day of Mourning
Holy Friday in Greece is the culmination of Christ’s Passion and a day of sorrow. Bells toll mournfully throughout the country ahead of the 'epitaphios' procession. Learn more
Greek Holy Week’s Kassiani: Fallen Woman or Poet?
One the most unique Orthodox Easter rituals of Holy Week is the “Troparion tis Kassianis” (The Hymn of Kassiani) chanted once a year in Greece, on the evening of Holy Tuesday. Learn more