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2/01/2008 - 2/04/2008Carnival & Clean Monday
Athens,
Greece
Athens celebrates carnival in the run up to Orthodox Lent and closes, on the first day of Lent, with the traditional Clean Monday (Kathara Deftera). This signals the start of a spell of abstinence with a traditional house clearout. First, though, the fun. The city lays on a party that often includes Argentine tango dancing, Greek music concerts, costume contests, and a set of entertainments for children with maypoles, stilt-walkers, jugglers and many more surprises. The events, most of which take place on the weekend before Lent, change each year and are announced beforehand. A special programme for Kathara Deftera includes the traditional serving of Lenten dishes, the flying of kites and much dancing and singing
Themes:
Entertainment
, Dance
, Religion
, Kids' Stuff
, Music
Hours: Various
Cost: Many events free
Where: Various venues in Athens
Carnival events are held in streets and squares of the city centre. Kathara Defteraon is held on three Athens hills: Filopappou, Skouze and Strefi
Athens, Greece
Contact Information:
Athens City Hall
Athinas 63
Kotzia Square
Athens
10552
Greece
Telephone: +30 210 372 2001
Email: info@cityofathens.gr
Website: www.cityofathens.gr
