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Feb
Greece – Patras Carnival Now Leads Tourism Surge Across Xanthi, Rethymno, Lamia and Naoussa
Greece – Patras Carnival Now Leads Tourism Surge Across Xanthi, Rethymno, Lamia and Naoussa Patras, Greece, becomes the focal point of nationwide celebrations as the country marks the final days of carnival season with large-scale parades, music events and street festivities. While the western port city hosts the largest gathering, destinations including Xanthi, Rethymno, Lamia and Naoussa also stage major events that draw domestic and international visitors. Carnival Sunday traditionally signals the peak of Greece’s pre-Lenten celebrations. For travellers, the period offers a seasonal window to experience urban street culture, regional traditions...