8Orthodox Easter Celebrations

One of the most compelling reasons to visit Corfu in spring is Orthodox Easter, celebrated more extravagantly here than almost anywhere else in Greece.

The island bursts into life with processions, philharmonic bands, and centuries-old rituals. On Holy Saturday, Corfu’s famous “botides” tradition sees clay pots thrown from balconies to shatter on the streets below—a spectacle both dramatic and symbolic of renewal. Experiencing Easter in Corfu is an unforgettable cultural immersion.

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