The people of Kythnos really enjoy their celebrations. Including a lot of feasting and drinking, the atmosphere during festivals is extremely exciting.
Most festivals are in honor of the Greek saints, holding great significance and being celebrated with much reverence by the Kythnos people.
One of the most important festivals is that at Panagia Kanala in the south east part of the island. This festival is celebrated every year with great aplomb on the August 15th and September 8th. |
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Another important festival celebrated with similar dancing and dining is the celebration of Agios Ilias, on the 20th of July every year.
This festival is celebrated in the capital city of Hora and is another occasion of original Kythnos. With the Kythnos municipality setting up a lunch in the village square, it is a completely social festival where every one, be it local or tourist, can participate.
Another festival is the Agii Apostoli feast, celebrated every year on the 30th of June; it is organized by the municipality of |
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Another cultural experience provided by the municipality of Kythnos is a set of cultural events called 'Kythneia'. They take place every year during the summer from the 1st of August to the 10th.
A list of local festivals can be obtained from the tourist office at the port and it would be a good move to ensure that you can be a part of one of these magnificent events. |
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