Greek Christmas Boat Decoration

greek christmas boat decoration

In 1833, king otto of bavaria decorated the first christmas tree in greece and from then on, the christmas tree was to be seen, standing alongside a decorated boat. when i first came to greece in 1977, these beautiful boats were a quite common sight at christmas time, seen in homes, on the street and in tavernas.. Athen, greece. 08th dec, 2018. a boat decorated with christmas lights stands in a tavern. in this way, the seafaring nation reminds us of sailors and fishermen who are away from their families on the sea even during the holidays.. Decorating boats spread through much of the country and became a custom during the holidays. wooden boats were decorated with lights and ornaments. these christmas boats were placed near a door or fireplace with the christmas boat’s bow pointing inwards. this represented the successful journey towards the mainland..

Greek Christmas Koulouri for your holiday celebrations!

Greek christmas koulouri for your holiday celebrations!

Flickriver: Most interesting photos from Greek Christmas pool

Flickriver: most interesting photos from greek christmas pool

greek christmas boat decoration Christmas celebrations in greece officially last for 14 days, starting on christmas eve and ending on epiphany (6 january) with the ‘great blessing of water’. following the gregorian calendar, the greek orthodox church celebrates christmas on 25 december. however, as soon as december arrives, festivities begin: homes are decorated, and the smell of christmas treats is in the air.. Why greeks decorate a boat for christmas why greeks traditionally decorate a boat instead of christmas 13 best greek christmas ornaments images visit greece christmas decorations in thessaloniki. share this: click to share on twitter (opens in new window) click to share on facebook (opens in new window).

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