Κατηγορία: Culture & Tradition

Trygos Party at Oraia Gi Winery – A Magical Night in Pieria Imagine this: A warm summer night, the gentle breeze carrying the scent of grapes, and the rhythmic beats of a DJ set filling the air. Surrounded by lush vineyards and with the majestic Olympus mountain as a backdrop, I was recently invited to […]

Platamonas Honey Market – A Sweet Summer Celebration in Pieria August 9–12 • Platamonas, Pieria, Greece Imagine a world where golden nectar flows freely and the air is filled with the sweet scent of honey. This paradise becomes reality each August in Platamonas, Greece, during the annual Honey Market – a celebration of taste, tradition, […]

Grillhouse Karathanas: Tradition Served on a Plate With the Locals — A culinary trip into Pieria’s timeless flavors. Visited multiple times — all seasons worth it! As part of our mission to uncover Pieria’s best-kept secrets, I recently dined at Grillhouse Karathanas — and let me tell you, this traditional tavern is a jewel. Hidden […]

Easter Celebrations in Dion-Olympus Municipality, Pieria Experience a unique and deeply traditional Easter celebration in the Dion-Olympus Municipality — a place where faith, culture, and nature meet under the shadow of Mount Olympus. The Dion-Olympus region is the place to be during Easter. The celebrations are full of energy, history, and tradition. With Mount Olympus […]

We all know that Pieria region is a picturesque place that is known for its natural beauty, historical sites, and traditional culture. Greek Easter in Pieria is particularly special , celebrated with great enthusiasm and passion in Greece. Here are 5 reasons why you should spend Greek Easter in Pieria! The Beautiful Scenery in Pieria […]

Spring has arrived, bringing with it the colorful celebration of Clean Monday in Pieria region. Vibrant kites dance in the breeze, and blooming flowers fill the air with the sweet fragrance of the season. This special day marks the beginning of Lent and is a chance to reconnect with nature and bid farewell to the […]

Tsiknopempti is an extraordinary pre-Lenten celebration all over Greece on the Thursday of the second week of the Triodion. This celebration is a time to indulge in a large quantity of grilled meat, marking the final feast before the fasting period of Lent begins. Pieria region is the most incredible region where Tsiknopempti is celebrated […]

Are you ready to experience the unique flavors and warm hospitality of Pieria region? then, Tsigaridas Festival is your target! This annual festival celebrated to represent the rich cultural heritage of Pieria, with a focus on the locally produced pork or “Tsigarida”. What is Tsigarida? The Tsigaridas Festival is a celebration of the rich cultural […]

I love how the first snows of winter can transform even the most mundane places into something straight out of a Christmas movie. The snow-covered trees and smoke rising from chimneys add to the cozy atmosphere. The Greeks’ enthusiasm for their festivities and customs is truly inspiring, especially during the winter season in the Pieria […]

It’s incredible to think about the first one who climbed Mount Olympus. I can only imagine how difficult it must have been to navigate the rough terrain and unpredictable weather conditions.  Heroically, Frédéric Boissonnas, Daniel Baud-Bovy, and Christos Kakkalos were all the first ones to climb Mount Olympus and they must have been incredibly brave and […]

Welcome! Let us take you on a journey to the enigmatic Skoteina Morna. This abandoned village in the Pieria region is situated at an altitude of 700 meters and has a history that spans over a century. Why do we name it Skoteina Morna? Known as “Morna” since the 19th century, the village was named […]

Have you heard of Ancient Pydna in Pieria region? It’s an amazing place that has been around for centuries and is full of rich history. The city, was originally known as Kydna. It prospered throughout the Iron Age and the Archaic Period until the time of the Roman Empire. Today, it’s one of the most […]