Custom or festival
15 August at Panagia
The feast of Panagia Katonisiotissa: pilgrims who spend the night in the churchyard and bonfires on the beach till dawn.
- August 15
The 15 August feast is one of the finest festivals on the island, at Panagia Katonisiotissa, above the beach of the same name at Kato Nisi.
It begins on the eve with the service at the church. Many pilgrims spend the night in the churchyard. That same evening young people gather on Panagia beach, light bonfires, dance and sing until morning.
Good to know
It is the busiest day of the summer. If you drive, set off early, or cycle there on the route from the village to Panagia.
