Walking around the town of Chania near the end of the year one gets a chance to live some of the traditions here in Greece.
First thing you will notice and feel is that Christmas isn’t as big of a deal as it is in other parts of the world. Here in Greece Easter is more celebrated and way more festive. Still the spirit is out there and people have a good time.
Another noticeable and pleasant aspect is the weather. Especially here on Crete, if you want bellow zero temperatures you will have to drive up into the mountains and due to the high altitude (up to 2453m) even see some snow.
But down at sea level temperatures rarely drop into the single digits in Celsius.
Also note in the pictures the main difference in Greek tradition is the decoration of a boat rather than a tree. You see, back in the days, in Greece, the gifts were brought to the children in boats, since that was the main way of transportation for all the numerous islands and seaside towns and villages.
Not that people don’t decorate trees in their homes, but it is always nice to see a light covered boat from time to time.
Merry Christmas and a happy new year everyone.
Christmas lights in the Venetian harbor of Chania Crete
Chania Crete from Chalepa
Within Agora market in Chania Crete, Greece
Santa run 2015 baloon
Kastana downtown Chania
Agora square in Chania Crete, Grece
Pallas cafe in the old harbor of Chania Crete
Traditional fishing boat decorated with Christmas lights
