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Patras Carnival
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When:
Annually between January and March. (2011 TBC).
Where: Partas, Greece
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Patras' carnival is one of the most famous in Greece. The carnival festivities take place each year between mid January to mid February (various dates). It ends with the burning at the stake of the King of Carnival and a big parade of floats and costumed groups. Thousands locals and tourists attend the carnival. During the carnival days it is difficult to get hotel room in reasonable price, hence it is recommended to make the reservation in advance. Patras' Carnival has some unique characters such as the oath of the participants and their taking part in decorating the city. Two effects mark the carnival's start: The departure of the carnival's train from Athens that goes through different cities up to Patras', and the official appearance of the carnival's queen. Up to 30,000 functionaries take active part in the carnival that more than 300,000 people enjoy. Patras - Online Hotel Reservations [By Booking.com]
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IMPORTANT:
Please note that the details of the event are subject to change.
We strongly recommended that you check with the organizers
before making any travel arrangements.
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Event related information:
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Partas Carnival
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Contact:
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depap2@otenet.gr
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DEPAP(Old municipal hospital)
Korillon 2,26225
Patrai
Tel: 2610 276836, 2610 276540 FAX: 2610 225948
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free |
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background and overview:
Greece achieved independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1829. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations. In World War II, Greece was first invaded by Italy (1940) and subsequently occupied by Germany (1941-44); fighting endured in a protracted civil war between supporters of the king and Communist rebels. Following the latter's defeat in 1949, Greece joined NATO in 1952. A military dictatorship, which in 1967 suspended many political liberties and forced the king to flee the country, lasted seven years. The 1974 democratic elections and a referendum created a parliamentary republic and abolished the monarchy. In 1981 Greece joined the EC (now the EU); it became the 12th member of the euro zone in 2001.
[Courtesy of The World Factbook]
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 Location: Southern Europe, bordering the Aegean Sea, Ionian Sea, and the Mediterranean Sea, between Albania and Turkey. |
Languages:
Greek |
Climate:
Temperate; mild, wet winters; hot, dry summers. |
Capital:
Athens |
Time Zone:
UTC+2 (Summer UTC+3) |
Currency (code):
Euro (EUR) |
Call Code:
+30 |
Electric Power:
220v 50Hz |
Tourist office:
Ellinikos Organismos Tourismou-EOT (Greek/Hellenic |
Tourist website:
Click Here |
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