7Winter Panigiria (Village Festivals)

Most visitors associate panigiria (religious festivals) with the balmy summer nights, but many villages host them in the winter months too.

These lesser-known panigiria often honor local saints and involve traditional dancing, feasting, and live folk music. Unlike their summer counterparts, winter panigiria are intimate, community-focused, and often held indoors, where you’ll share homemade wine, stews, and heartfelt conversations with locals.

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