Agios Georgios Feast in Corinth

Agios Georgios Feast in Corinth

Agios Georgios Feast in Corinth

Agios Georgios (St. George) is one of the most celebrated saints in Greece.

In Corinth, the long-standing tradition of a horse parade took place, despite the novel coronavirus health crisis.

Agios Georgios Feast in Corinth

Being a military tribune, or chiliarch (that is, a commander of a thousand troops), Agios Georgios was illustrious in battle and highly honoured for his courage

The procession took place near the chapel of Saint George.

Watch the video here:

Agios Georgios, the Great Martyr and Triumphant

 

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