Back to newsEvery year on July 17, Crete celebrates the feast day of Saint Marina (Agia Marina), one of the island's most beloved Orthodox saints. Thousands of pilgrims travel to the village of Voni, located in the Heraklion regional unit, to attend the main religious ceremony at the local church dedicated to the saint. The event draws large crowds from across Crete and beyond, making it one of the significant religious pilgrimages of the summer season. Visitors interested in experiencing authentic Cretan Orthodox tradition are welcome to attend the public celebrations, which typically include a church liturgy in the early morning followed by local festivities. If you are traveling through the Heraklion area around July 17, expect increased traffic near Voni and plan accordingly.
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Thousands Gather in Crete for Saint Marina's Feast Day
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