Christian Wedding Ceremony Samples
August 2, 2007
Greece Municipality of Afandou Rhodes
Municipality of Afandou
Afandou. Kolimbia. Archipolis
Municipality of Afandou tel. +30 22410 51316 www.afandou.gr
The community of Afandou is at the centre of the municipality of the same name, which also includes Kolimbia and Archipoli. Beautiful long beaches, a verdant interior and people who retain their local customs, simple manners and hospitality, despite the steep rise in tourist numbers over recent years, are just some of the factors which characterize the region.
Afandou once belonged to the ancient city-state of lalisos and was the former municipality of Vrygindarii. The village architecture conforms to the typical island style, and, according to one story, it got its name after it relocated from an initial site close to the beach to an interior position where it could not be seen by the many pirates who constantly raided the coasts of Rhodes in the Middle Ages.
Well worth a visit are the church of the “Virgin Mary” the museum, and the small factories making hand-made carpets You might also like to walk along the small streets and eat in one of the many restaurants, or snack on a sweet or pastry in the village square. Visitors lucky enough to participate in a wedding ceremony delight in these celebrations and the traditional way of life they represent. They can also catch the small train to the beach. Afandou beach is made up of tiny pebbles and the water is crystal clear There are also all the usual water sports, golf terrains on offer and the beach is rightly one of the most popular on the island. Not far from the beach is the important Byzantine church known as Katholiki. At the same time, the modern golf course is also close by.
The road to the interior, from the beautiful seaside resort of Kolimbia, leads through a forest and along the banks of the Loutanis river before reaching Archipoli, a picturesque rural village. The route is ideal for walking or cycling. Just after the village, in a pine forest, is the tranquil monastery of Agios Nektarios, where you can rest and sample the cool waters of the springs from the surrounding hills.
Age-old carnival customs are revived every year in Afandou: Groups of revellers in fancy dress (known as kamuzeles) go around singing and teasing people and the municipality organizes many events, culminating in the burning of Carnavalos on the last Sunday of the carnival period.
Traditions are an integral part of dally life at Afandou. The white houses keep the characteristic traditional Rhodian decoration of plates and embroideries on the walls. The Inhabitants of Afandou keep to their religious feasts with devoutness.
The modern IS-hole golf course close to Afandou beach is open all year round and attracts golf enthusiasts as well as visitors who simply want to enjoy their coffee in pleasant surroundings.
The Panagia Katholiki church near Afandou beach. It was built in the 17th century on the foundations of an older and grander Christian basilica. It is decorated with unique frescoes.
The people of Afandou celebrate their religious festivals with devotion. Those of Saint George in April and the patron Saint Luke the Evangelist, are attended by everyone and combined with many local events.
The seaside village of Kolimbia, with its beautiful beach, small harbour, and fish tavernas on the sea front, has developed into an important resort.
If you want to make an enjoyable Circuit of all the Interesting sights In the region, reserve a seat on the little Afandou train. The route leads to the wonderful beach.
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