Celebrating Easter in Greece: A look at some of the unique customs, traditions and gastronomy
01.04.2016 in Arts & CultureCelebrating Easter in Greece: A look at some of the unique customs, traditions and gastronomy Easter, also known as Pascha, is one of the major religious celebrations in Greece. People from all over the country celebrate Holy Week, with the major celebrations occurring on Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and Easter Sunday. Greece’s unique history, especially events driven by Christianity and the Ottomans, influenced the formation of these widely-varying customs. Though many customs are often unique to specific regions of Greece, some traditions are celebrated similarly throughout the country, such as coloring Easter Eggs and eating traditional foods like…