Festivals and Customs in Kefalonia

The Greek islands are famous for their customs and festivals. It’s been said times and times around that one should spend Easter at least once in a life time in Greece. Beside Easter, Kefalonia’s festivals include: The Carnival, Christmas and New Year, March 25 (or the Annunciation of Virgin Mary), May Day, August 15, Celebration…

Palm Sunday in Greece

Palm Sunday is a very important day of the Greek Orthodox Church. It’s celebrated on the Sunday before Easter*. Palm Sunday is celebrated to commemorate the triumphal entry of Jesus in Jerusalem on the back of a young donkey after the miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead. The people of Jerusalem greeted Jesus waving…