Holiday Notice: Epiphany (Greece)

A spiritual plunge after Christmas

When do we celebrate?

Our Greek office will be closed on Thursday January 6th to celebrate Epiphany.

What do we celebrate?

On 6 January, Christmas officially comes to an end. In Greece, the waters at Piraeus, Athens' ancient port, and the vessels that use them are blessed in a modern observance that sees a priest hurling a large crucifix into the sea.

Once thrown, only the brave face the cold waters and compete to retrieve it. The winner is awarded with good luck for the year ahead. After the diving, fishermen bring their boats to be blessed.

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