13.07.2014
В любом регионе Греции лето ознаменовано проведением фестивалей,and August is no exception. These holidays will introduce a variety of aspects of Greek culture: religion, historical events, music and modern art. Here are a few events that make the August trip to Greece even brighter.
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Barcarole (Corfu)
Every year in Paleokastritsa, the beginning of August is associated with Barcarolis. This festival is dedicated to a memorable date: in 1716, 11 August, the fleet of Turkish invaders once again tried to besiege Corfu. But, as legend has it, a thunderstorm broke all plans In thunder flashes a figure of a monk appeared who held in hands torch and cross. Distraught Turks left the water islands. Now in August (first Sunday) boats go out to sea with a choir that performs traditional cantadas. Locals they celebrate Saint Spyridon – it is he who is believed to have saved Corfu. At the end of Barcarols, fireworks light up the sky above the island.
Ifestia (Hephaestia) (Santorini)
A festival of volcanoes is held in Santorini in August the culmination of which is the imitation of this eruption. The municipality takes this event seriously, so the explosions seem as realistic as possible. Restaurants also do not stay in side: many offer to pre-book tables with profitable panoramas. You can also watch the eruptions from the boat. Accompanied by the celebration of national dances, special dishes in menu and live shows.
Music Festival (Crete)
In Paleochora, the first 10 days of August are held under a variety of musical rhythms. It hosts a popular festival that Cretan event calendar is not the last place. Viewers he draws a huge variety of performances and performances. Can visit modern and ancient theatrical productions, dance and music shows or discover new talents in song contests. The mood of speeches varies from funny to breathtaking. Undoubtedly, an important part of the program – fair of Mediterranean delicacies and wines.
Festival of Naxos (Naxos)
Holidaymakers on Naxos can catch an interesting festival in July-September. At this time, the island becomes a platform for cultural exchange. The program – international exhibitions, performances, concerts. The inspiration and location of the tower Baseos. Every year the festival introduces guests with bright names in art of photography, jazz music, come to the island with concerts by modern greek singers and musicians playing on traditional local instruments.
Panagia Ekatontapiliani (Paros)
Probably the oldest of these festivals will be held on Paros, at the temple Ekatontapiliani. Celebration of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary it’s been here annually for 15 00 years, which has attracted tourists coming for religious or invaluable cultural experiences. 15August, the celebrations begin at night – in the temples they sing praises and they pay homage, and later prayers begin that fill the streets of Parikia with warm joy and delight. Until dawn the Greeks celebrate with dancing, traditional music, local food and light torches on boats.
Festival in Megaro Gizi (Santorini)
A building that surprisingly remains untouched after earthquakes in the mid-50s, it was destined to become the keeper Cycladic culture. The cultural center has been operating here for over 30 years, and in August he takes the festival with concerts and exhibitions. Their creations are young artists of Greece, and at concerts not only artists from this country are invited, but also guests from other States. In past years musicians performed in Megaro Gizi. Argentina, Germany, Hungary.
