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There are aspects to Christmas in Greece; one is non-secular and solemn, while the alternative is festive and glamorous. Each of them has their appeal. Maximum cities in Greece are decorated with brilliant lights, bells, angels and other Christmas objects. According to Christmas traditions in Greece, the client saint of the vacation is Saint Nicolas, who is additionally the protector of sailors. For that reason, you may frequently see boats decorated with many sparkling lights, rather than the traditional Christmas timber. The Christmas season in Greece begins on December 6th, which is Saint Nicolas day and ends on January sixth, that's the banquet of the epiphany (Theophania).
This time in Greece there are traditions which have been carried on from a few years ago. Christougena, which in Greek means Christmas, is well known at the 25th December and is a time whilst households come collectively to have fun. Greece has its own model of Santa Claus; they call him saint Vasilis, who involves their home on Christmas Eve to deliver a few small items to the kids.
The Greek twelve days of Christmas begins at Christmas and continues until January 6th, which is known as the Feast of Epiphany. During these twelve days of Christmas, people keep their fires in their houses burning throughout this period. This is to keep evil spirits away from their homes through their chimneys.
Christmas in Greece is a totally non-secular excursion. All people in Greece is fully aware of the beliefs and the story of Christ. Human beings of all ages keep in mind that the actual motive for celebrating Christmas is to celebrate the start of Christ and isn't just about replacing items. On Christmas Eve the traditional Greek meal is stuffed turkey roasted in the oven. The festive season begins on the sixth of December that is the feast of st. Nicholas day. From this date until the January 6th (ceremonial dinner of epiphany), gives are exchanged and the Christmas season is in full swing. Despite the fact that the Greeks celebrate the Christmas holiday for approximately a month, there are fewer decorations and shows round, in comparison to other nations.
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