Guide to 2025 Greek Holidays - Greek City Times
Nov 21, 2024 · Plan your 2025 travels in Greece with this guide to important holidays. From the vibrant celebrations of Carnival and Tsiknopempti to the solemn observances of Lent and Easter, understand the key dates and traditions that shape the Greek calendar year. This guide covers major religious holidays like Easter and the Annunciation, national holidays like Labor Day, and traditional festivities like ...
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2 days ago · Pope Francis delivered his Christmas message today, focusing on peace, forgiveness, and unity. He specifically mentioned Cyprus, Ukraine, and several African nations. Greece celebrates record-breaking tourism in 2024 but shifts focus to sustainability, tackling overtourism at popular sites like the ...
Bacchanalia: The Wild and Controversial Ancient Festivals of Greco ...
Jul 28, 2024 · Bacchanalia were infamous Greco-Roman festivals dedicated to Bacchus, the god of wine. Originating as secretive rituals in Greece and later adopted by the Romans, these events were known for their extravagant, multi-day celebrations that included feasts, animal sacrifices, and rumored debauchery. Despite the Roman Senate banning them in 186 B.C. due to their wild nature, the festivities ...
A Timeless Voice Bids Farewell: Nana Mouskouri Celebrates 90 …
Oct 13, 2024 · As legendary Greek singer Nana Mouskouri turns 90, she celebrates a legacy of extraordinary talent and global impact. Marking this milestone, Mouskouri has also announced her official retirement from music after a remarkable six-decade career, leaving behind an enduring impact on the world of music and beyond.
Four Seasons will open in Mykonos and the Peloponnese in 2025
Oct 19, 2024 · With this rationale and the consistently high performance of the Asteras Vouliagmenis complex, owned by the investment company AGC, Four Seasons will have a double and later triple presence in Greece from 2025.
EXCLUSIVE: Why Nick Giannopoulos is retiring from the stage in …
Jan 18, 2024 · As Nick Giannopoulos, the pioneer of ethnic humour, prepares to bow out of the spotlight, he reveals the surprising inspiration behind his retirement: a childhood hero facing a harsh reality. By March 2024, the 60-year-old comedic titan will take his final on-stage bow with "WOG LIFE," bidding farewell to a repertoire of characters that have become iconic in Australia and within the broader ...
GCT – Latest News From Greece: Stay Informed With Daily Updates
Dec 13, 2024 · Stay informed with our comprehensive coverage of Greece's latest news and developments. Explore breaking stories, in-depth analyses, and timely updates on politics, economy, culture, and more.
Greece to Boast Strongest Armed Forces in its History by 2030, …
Nov 7, 2024 · Greece aims to build the strongest Armed Forces in its history by 2030, ensuring unparalleled security for its citizens, according to Defence Minister Nikos Dendias. Key measures include a comprehensive anti-missile defence dome, enhanced naval deterrence in the Aegean, and the deployment of the advanced ‘Kentavros’ anti-drone system on Greek frigates.
Athina Onassis in Mykonos - "She doesn't speak a word of Greek …
Oct 6, 2023 · Why doesn't she speak Greek, and why doesn't she want to have anything to do with Greece? She sells everything… Athina Onassis arrived in Mykonos with a large group of friends who tried to hide her identity, wearing a scarf, according to the journalist of the show "The Breakfast", Yiannis Malliaros.
Discover Your Greek Name Day: A Complete Guide To Saints
Jan 11, 2024 · Celebrating Greek Name Days: Traditions, Origins, & All You Need to Know