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Live
an unforgetable Greek island experience
All
year round, the numerous churches on the island, organize
festivals, funded by local providers. A tradition that has
remained unchanged through time, maintaining the faith and
customs of the island. It also offers visitors a chance to
delight in freshly cooked "patatato" and
local wine, absolutely free of charge. Some festivity dates
are:
Easter, May 8, Pentecost (50 days after Easter), July 1st,
July 26th, August 6th, August 15th, Sept
8th, Sept 14th, Nov 8 , Nov 13th,
Nov 21, Dec 26th...
On November 21st, the anniversary of the monastery of Virgin
Mary Chozoviotissa, a local feast takes place, at which
fish and barrel wine are offered. During the Easter week,
the icon is taken around the whole island in a procession.
Outside Langada, there is the monastery of the Holy
Virgin "Panochoriani", which feasts on August
15th. At that time there takes place a local Panygiri
at which the tastful "Patatato" is offered. There
follows a feast of folklore with traditional music and instruments.
On July 26th, there is the Religious feast of St.
Paraskevi, with plenty of "Patatato"and local
music and dancing.
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