How Christmas is celebrated in Greece
December 25th is the celebration of Jesus Christ's Birth
It's festive but we also attend church
Those who follow the Greek Orthodox religion.
Santa Claus is called Ayios Vasili
Interpreted as Saint Vasili (basil)
He distributes Christmas gifts on New Years Eve
Exchange of Christmas gifts on New Years Eve
I'm born and raised in Canada
My parents transitioned to the Canadian traditions so we celebrated both
Oh and there is more
The old calendar is 13 days after Ukrainian/Russians celebrate then
They use the Julian Calendar
Many of my Aunts/ Uncles also celebrate their holidays later
So in fact December/ January is a busy time
Please share some tidbits
Sir lover of words told me about Black Peter in the U.K.
I hope he shares it with us
Love and light,
~Divine
wonderful Christmas trees lady D.
Glad you're enjoying them
I LOVE Christmas
This one is like a dress