With good weather conditions in Zakynthos today the celebrtions of the Holy Cross went ahead regardless the pandemic. Diving into the sea and the sanctification of the waters shortly after 12 noon. The sacred ceremonies for the Holy Epiphany 2022 were completed. Today, January 6th, at 8.30 in the morning, …
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