Customs & Traditions

Discover customs, traditions, and stories from every corner of Greece.

The living heritage of our land

Customs and traditions are a valuable part of our cultural identity. Passed down from generation to generation, they preserve memory, bring people together, and add color to our everyday life.

Religious Customs

Traditions and ceremonies with deep roots in our faith and history.

Folklore Traditions

Customs, songs, dances, and stories that keep tradition alive.

The Botides in Corfu

Easter in Corfu is full of impressive customs, with the most famous being...

Corfu

Genitsaroi and Boules in Naousa, Imathia

The custom of Genitsaroi and Boules is an important tradition of Naousa that...

Naousa

The Reenactment of the Passion in Paros

The reenactment of the Passion in Paros is a unique tradition that stands...

Marpissa, Paros

The Horseback Procession of the Icon of Saint George in Vasiliko, Achaia

Every year, on Easter Monday, in Vasiliko, Achaia, the custom of carrying the...

Vasiliko, Achaia

The Ceremony of the Washing of the Feet in Patmos

The Ceremony of the Washing of the Feet in Patmos, also known as...

Patmos

The “Dead” Zafeiris in Epirus

The custom of “Zafeiris” is revived in Epirus every Easter and throughout the...

Epirus

The Sea Epitaphios in Kaminia, Hydra

Hydra, with the elegance of its buildings and its unique atmosphere, attracts many...

Kaminia Beach

The Midnight Epitaphios in Zakynthos

In Zakynthos, the Epitaphios service is followed by a unique custom, as it...

Zakynthos

The Rocket War in Chios

The Rocket War in Chios is an impressive and traditional custom that takes...

Vrontados

The Saitopolemos in Kalamata

In Kalamata, the impressive Easter custom of the Saitopolemos is revived. Every year,...