US EditionThousands Depart Attica’s Ports as Greece Marks Dormition Holiday
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From the eight-day celebration on Tinos and the pilgrimage of believers to Panagia Soumela, to the festivals and traditions on various islands of the country
The festivities for the Dormition of the Virgin are taking place in a gloomy atmosphere, today, August 15, the focus of which is the Holy Church of Evangelistria in Tinos. More...
Thousands depart Attica’s ports as Greece marks Dormition holiday
Ferries are operating at nearly full capacity, with thousands of holidaymakers departing Attica’s ports on Friday for the islands as Greece celebrates the Dormition of the Virgin Mary, a major holiday observed nationwide each August 15
Many pilgrims are at the temples dedicated to the Lord’s House, to participate in the work in places where icons are considered miraculous.
Athens Empties Out as Half the City Flees for the Islands to Celebrate the Dormition of the Virgin Mary
Kostas Raptis Piraeus and other Attica ports saw near-100% ferry occupancy as thousands fled Athens for the islands ahead of the Dormition holiday. The post Athens Empties Out as Half the City Flees for the Islands to Celebrate the Dormition of the Virgin Mary appeared first on Argophilia.
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