Epiphany in the Municipality of Viannos!
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Scheduled celebrations for the Feast of the Epiphany in the Municipality of Viannos will take place on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at the beaches and small harbours of the Municipality.
The established ceremonies will be held as follows:
10:15 a.m. Blessing of the Waters at the port of Arvi
10:30 a.m. Blessing of the Waters at the reservoir of Ano Viannos
11:00 a.m. Blessing of the Waters at Tertsa Beach
11:00 a.m. Blessing of the Waters at Psari Forada Beach
12:15 p.m. Blessing of the Waters at the port of Kastri, officiated by His Eminence the Metropolitan of Arkalochori, Kastelli and Viannos, Mr. Andreas
It is noted that the local Cultural Associations will hold their traditional events for the cutting of the New Year’s cake after the completion of the Blessing of the Waters ceremony.


















