Catholic Day of St. Nicholas
Description:
St. Nicholas is one of the most revered Christian saints, the patron saint of sailors and travelers, farmers, disciples, prisoners, unjustly convicted. The saint is the embodiment of mercy and humanity, care and protection of the weak.
As the patron of sailors, he is first and foremost famous in Hellas! On this day, you can see many processions going to the sea throughout the country, while you can hear both languishing prayers and joyful voices of people.