. Easter on Ithaca 18th of April 2009
 
Good Friday ... The Resurrection ... Easter Sunday

 

The Resurrection Service

 
In Kioni, many of the younger group head directly to Spavento Bar until just before midnight when the candles are lit.
 
   
 

 

Greek Easter is the largest and seemingly most significant religious celebration on the Greek Calendar. After many weeks of the Lent menu, the resurrection church service and the lighting of candles mark the end of the Easter Fast.

Before you know it, the once empty church is filled to the pews everyone trying to get nearest to the light that will eventually light the candles of all who attend.
After the service, some head back to Spavento Bar, but most head to the nearest restaurant or go home to eat the traditional Margaritsa Soup made of entrails.

Easter on Ithaca Island Greece 2009

The Resurrection Service

Good Friday ... The Resurrection ... Easter Sunday
 

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