Almost every feast is usually accompanied by a celebration with wine, local specialties, songs and dances.
Find below some of the most remarkable religious celebrations in Heraklion prefecture:
- In the village Arkalochori, on the 6th of August the Transfiguration of the Christ is celebrated.
- On the 15th of August in the monastery of Rodia the celebration of the Assumption of Holy Mary (Panagia) takes place. This is one of the biggest feasts of Christianity in Greece and is celebrated with great honours throughout the country.
- On August 25th the feast of Saint Titus takes place, honoring the patron saint of the island.
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