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1/06/2010 - 1/06/2010Epiphany in Piraeus
Athens,
Greece
Epiphany is celebrated throughout Greece with a Blessing of the Waters and of all the vessels that sail thereon. One particular ceremony is widespread throughout the country, but most famously in Athens' port city of Piraeus. A cross of gold is hurled far into the sea and a shivering crew of waiting swimmers then dives in to retrieve it. The winner will then have good luck. In inland places, a similar ceremony may take place at a lake or river. After the dive, fishing and other boats are brought in to be blessed by the priest and entertainment follows, with music, dancing and food.
Themes:
Music
, Religion
, Entertainment
, Other
Hours: All day.
Cost: Free.
Where: Piraeus harbour
While the main celebrations take place in Piraeus harbour, many other parts of the country may hold a similar ceremony at the seafront, a lake or river
Athens, Greece
Contact Information:
Hellenic Tourism Organisation (GNTO)
7 Tsoha
Athens
Attica
11521
Greece
Telephone: +30 210 870 7000.
Email: info@gnto.gr
Website: www.gnto.gr
