Pontian Greek Genocide Victims Remembered in Chania

Saturday, 16 May 2026/Source: Haniotika Nea/1 min read

A memorial event commemorating the Genocide of Pontian Greeks will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 19:00 at Plateia 19is Maiou (19th of May Square), located at the corner of Apokoronou Street and Igumenou Gavriil Street in Chania. The event honors the memory of Pontian Greeks who were persecuted and killed in the early 20th century, a date marked annually across Greece on May 19. Visitors in the Chania area are welcome to attend and observe this solemn public commemoration. The gathering is expected to include speeches and cultural program elements. The square may see increased foot traffic and temporary road activity around the area during the evening. Tourists staying or dining nearby should factor this into their evening plans.