🎉 Χρόνια Πολλά! Happy Dekapentavgoustos! 🎉

Today, Greece celebrates Dekapentavgoustos (Δεκαπενταύγουστος), also known as the Feast of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary. This day is filled with rich traditions, heartfelt prayers, and joyful festivities! 🇬🇷🙏

✨ Did You Know?

• Thousands embark on pilgrimages to sacred sites like the island of Tinos, showcasing deep devotion.

• On Tinos, many pilgrims crawl on their knees up to the Church of Panagia Evangelistria as an act of faith.

• Traditional feasts are prepared, featuring delicious Greek dishes like roasted lamb, moussaka, and seasonal salads.

• Villages and cities come alive with music, dancing, and local festivals (panigyria) that unite communities.

• It's a time for family reunions, as many return to their ancestral villages to celebrate together.

• Dekapentavgoustos is also a moment for spiritual reflection and renewal as the summer holidays come to an end.

  
  

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