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Special Feature: Regional Greek Wines
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Part III - Ionian Islands: The Robola Grape
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It is considered the best, but also the most beautiful grape in Greece, because the Robola grape is a rapid grower and forms large, plump, pale yellow berries. the fresh fruity citrus aroma of the full-bodied straw-colored wine they produce is described as peerless.
The origins of the Robola grape do not lie as far back in
the past as the other Greek grapes. It is probably the same as the Gialla Ribolla of the Italian region of Friuli, or the Slovenian Rebula or their antecedents, and was introduced to the Ionian Islands by the Venetians at the end of the 13th century.
The main growing area for this grape is on the island of Cephalonia, but it is also found in smaller vineyards on the other Ionian Islands such as Corfu, Levkas, and Zakinthos. Like all Greek vines, which can thrive only in special soil conditions, the
beautiful Robola grape seems to have taken a liking to the conditions found on the Ionian Islands. The wine-growers on Cephalonia devote about 750 acres (300 hectares) to the Robola grape, which thrives best on dry, less fertile mountain slopes with low rainfall. Each year, these grapes produce 264,000 gallons (10,000 hectoliters) of wine , which says something for the extremely high yield of the grape. Three wines have the O.P.A.P. protected mark of origin, the equivalent of the French A.O.C. Robola wines are usually sold under the name "Robola of Cephalonia."
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Featured Local Wines in The Ionian Islands Region
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Gentilini Robola: White wine from
Cosmetatos winery.
Gentilini Fume: White wine with a
slightly smoky note.
Gentilini Cuvee Exceptionelle: Top
quality white wine. |
Robola Metaxas: Dry, yellow-green white
wine.
Gentilini Classico: Light, refreshing
country wine.
Arethousa Spring: Fruity Agiorgitiko red
wine.
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Greek DVDs
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Adult Books in Greek
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Leksiko Synonymon kai Antonymonm, 250000 synonyms and antonyms, by G. Babiniotis |
Orthographico Lexico tis Neas Ellinikis Glossas – by Giorgos Babiniotis
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Elliniki Glossa: Parelthon, Paron, Mellon, by G. Babiniotis, In Greek
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Skirtimata Kardias, Fterougismata tou Nou: Poems for children & adults... by Amphitrite Manuel |
Mint, Cinnamon & Blossom Water, Flavours of Cyprus, Kopiaste!: Family Recipes, In English |
Unbinding the Heart: A Dose of Greek Wisdom, Generosity, and Unconditional Love, In English |
To Louloudi tou Thermokipiou by Lousinda Reilly, In Greek
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I Sklava by Gioul Irepoglou, In Greek
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Nourbanou - I Lamberi Soultana, by Jean Michel Thibaux, In Greek
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Adies Kyriakes, by Marina Petropoulou, In Greek
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To Diamanti tis Agias Petroupolis, In Greek
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Eleftheria by Jonathan Franzen, In Greek
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Nourmbanou, I Sklava tis Ipsilis Pilis, In Greek
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Ta Roda tis Siopis, by Pashalia Travlou, In Greek
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Ypo to miden, Tessera Sholia gia tin Krisi (In Greek)
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O nomataios, by Vasilis Kounelis, In Greek
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To Agrio Triantafillo, by Jennifer Donnelly, in Greek
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Meta tin Kataigida, by Evaggelia Efstathiou, In Greek |
To Harama mis Elpidas, by Giannis and Marina Alexandrou, In Greek
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I Ellada ton kriseon - Ena prosopiko dokimio, by Vasilios Markezinis, In Greek |
Notia ton synoron - Dytikia tou Iliou, by Haruki Murakami, In Greek
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Alla Hromata, by Orhan Ramuk, In Greek
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Anemolia by Isidoros Zourgos, In Greek
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Pethainw gia sena, by Dora Giannakopoulou, In Greek
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To Hastouki, by Christos Tsiolkas, In Greek
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Kokkino Koralli by Renas Rossi-Zairi, In Greek
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Ti sou einai I agapi telika, by Alkioni Papadaki, In Greek
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To Ftinopwro tis Magissas by Kaiti Economou, In Greek
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I Nifi forouse Mavra by Sofi Theodoridou, In Greek
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Agioi kai Daimones eis tin Polin, by Giannis Kalpouzos, In Greek
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Levant: Splendour and Catastrophe on the Mediterranean, by Philip Mansel
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American Influence in Greece, 1917-1929, by Louis P. Cassimatis, In English
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Children of Achilles: The Greeks in Asia Minor since the Days of Troy, by John Freely
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Echoes from the Dead Zone: Across the Cyprus Divide, by Yiannis Papadakis, In English |
The Cyprus Problem: What Everyone Needs to Know, by James Ker-Lindsay, In English
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The Cyprus Conspiracy: America, Espionage and the Turkish Invasion, by Brendan O'Malley
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Constantinople: City of the World's Desire, 1453-1924, by Philip Mansel
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The Lost Capital of Byzantium: The History of Mistra and the Peloponnese, by Steven Runciman
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Athens: A Cultural and Literary History (Cities of the Imagination), by Michael Llewellyn Smith
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Greek Language Software, DVDs & Books
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Children's DVDs & Books in Greek
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Nickelodeon & Paramount :: Rango, DVD (PAL/Zone 2), In Greek
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20th Century Fox :: Rio, DVD (PAL/Zone 2), In Greek
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Warner Brothers :: Star Wars - The Clone Wars, DVD (PAL/Zone 2), In Greek
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Scooby-Doo And The Circus Monster, DVD (PAL/Zone 2), In Greek
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Scooby-Doo And The Ghosts, DVD (PAL/Zone 2), In Greek
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Scooby-Doo And The Pirates, DVD (PAL/Zone 2), In Greek
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Disney :: Mickey Mouse Club - Peripeties tou Miki stin Hora ton Thavmaton, DVD (PAL/Zone 2), In Gre
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Disney :: Mickey Mouse Club - O Miki sozei ton Ai Vasili, DVD (PAL/Zone 2), In Greek
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Disney :: Mickey Mouse Club - O Miki kai oi paramithenies ekplixeis tou, DVD (PAL/Zone 2), In Greek
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Disney :: Mickey Mouse Club - To Kerasma tou Miki, DVD (PAL/Zone 2), In Greek
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Disney :: Winnie the Pooh - O Magikos kosmos tou Winnie - Oloi gia enan kai oloi gia olous, DVD PAL
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Disney :: Winnie the Pooh - O Magikos kosmos tou Winnie - Ta mikra pragmata aksizoun polla, DVD PAL
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Disney :: Winnie the Pooh - O Magikos kosmos tou Winnie - Agapi kai Filia, DVD PAL
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Dreamworks Treasury : Madagascar (In Greek)
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Dreamworks Treasury : Kung Fu Panda (In Greek)
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Dreamworks Treasury : Shrek (In Greek)
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Dreamworks Treasury : Monsters vs Aliens (In Greek)
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To Roubini Ton Efhon - The Ruby of Wishes - Boardbook w/ Necklace, In Greek
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To Agapimeno Mou Vivlio - My Favorite First Book In Greek (Boardbook)
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Greek Board Book Box Set #2, In Greek, Age 5+
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Loukoumi's Celebrity Cookbook (In English)
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O krymmenos Thisavros tis Tsepis by Elena Artzanidou, In Greek
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To Asteri tis Filias, By Giolanta Tsoroni Georgiadi, In Greek
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I eksafanisi tis Doras, By Giolanta Tsoroni Georgiadi, In Greek
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Mia Aksehasti Mera sto Nipiagogeio, In Greek
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Mia Aksehasti Mera sto Spiti Tis YiaYias, In Greek
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Mia Aksehasti Mera sto Diastima, In Greek
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Kouventes me tin Mama, by Athina Androutsopoulou, In Greek
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Giati den metras Provatakia, by Makis Tsiggas, In Greek
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O poniroulis, by Eirini Kamaratou Giallousi, In Greek
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O krymmenos Thisavros tis Tsepis by Elena Artzanidou, In Greek
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Roz Mallia, by Maria Rousaki, In Greek
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O Orfeas kai oi Ntaides me ta Kitrina Podilata, In Greek
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Den thelo na me parei o ypnos, by Giota Fotou, In Greek
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I Lena Helonitsa alazei spiti, by Lena Merika, In Greek
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I Margaritenia Politia, by Chrysa Dimoulidou, In Greek
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Maik of Fasolakis - Pao Thalassa, by Marie Kyriakou Book w/ CD , In Greek
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Greek Alphabet Code Cracker, by Christopher Perrin, In
English
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Eikosi Levges kato apo thn Thalassa, Jules Verne (In Greek)
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From the Earth to the Moon, by Jules Verne, In Greek
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Latest Arrivals
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London 2012 Official Olympic Game Collectible Pins
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2012 Greek Kazamias Almanacs & Calendar Refills
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Paper Reproduction & Sterling Silver Greek Orthodox Icons
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Vintage Greek City Photo & Advertisement Posters
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Featured Destination
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Cyclades - Mykonos (part 13 of 22)
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 GEOGRAPHY Despite its sophisticated ambience and thousands of visitors, Mykonos, between Tenos and Naxos, is still one of the most beautiful isles of the Cyclades. 85 sq. km. in area, with 81 km. of coastline, there is a regular boat service to and from Piraeus (110 nautical miles), as well as Rafina (71 nautical miles). Flights to the island are equally frequent and during the summer months there are planes to Rhodes, Herakleion in Crete and Santorini. Car and passenger ferries from Piraeus link Mykonos with Syros, Tenos, Paros, los, Santorini, Naxos (less often). Once a week there is a ferry from Rafina via Andros, Tenos and Syros. Finally, small local craft make excursions to Paros, los and Santorini (only during the summer) and Tenos. Mykonos has a population of 5,530. Renowned for its lovely beaches and distinctly Cycladic atmosphere, Mykonos attracts a host of visitors, arriving here by all possible means, including cruise liners.
HISTORY
Information about Mykonos'
past is scant, for the island was not particularly
important in antiquity. It was colonised by Ionians in
historical times and, judging from its meagre
participation in the Athenian League, apparently
remained impoverished. The ancient geographer Skylakas
reports the existence of two cities on Mykonos: one on
the west side, close to the present town, the other in
the north, at Paliokastro. In the time of the Ptolemies
the island experienced something of a floruit, as also
under Roman rule, though this waned in the Byzantine
era. Along with Tenos it was ceded to the Ghisi family
between 1207 and 1390, from which date it was directly
dependent on Venice. In 1537 it was laid waste by
Barbarossa and then conquered by the Turks. Thence forth
the islanders turned to piracy. One of the major events
in its history was the setting up of the "Community of
Mykonians" in 1615. By the end of the 18th century
Mykonos had achieved an economic acme, assembling a
mercantile fleet which was later to play a supportive
role in the Struggle for Independence in 1821. One of
the outstanding personalities of that time was the
Mykonian Mando Mavrogennis. From the late 1950s onwards
there has been sustained touristic development leading
to a new period of economic prosperity.
SIGHTS-MONUMENTS The most important monument in the island's capital, Mykonos (Chora), built on its west side, is the church of the Virgin Paraportiani, outstanding among the 400 or so churches throughout the island, according to local tradition. It is located in the quarter of Kastro and its architecture, a combination of
 Byzantine, folk and Western elements, is unique. The quarter of Kastro is situated on an elevated area and it was here that the Venetians built their castle, only vestiges of which are nowadays visible. On the south side, beneath Kastro, is "Venice", an enclave of quaint old houses actually built in the water, their wooden balconies and doors giving the captains who lived here in days of old direct access to the sea. In one of the squares not far from here the cathedral (metropolis) stands, as well as an old Catholic church. On the ridge nearby there is a row of windmills, standing sentinel. This seems to have been the site of the ancient city. Objects displayed in the Archaeological Museum, at the northeast edge of the town, mainly comprise finds from Rheneia: sculpture, vases and figurines, while in the Folk Museum in Kastro, there is a collection of furniture, icons, sculpture and folk musical instruments. In addition to the many volumes in the Municipal Library there is a collection of Hellenistic coins and recent seals.
 The Nautical Museum, recently established, is also of interest. Chora, with its narrow, winding streets, archways, dazzling white houses and distinctive architecture is a veritable labyrinth, with a harmony and equilibrium which set it apart from other Cycladic towns. The island's villages have their own "couleur local", dominated by stark white volumes, grey rocks and paucity of vegetation. 1 km. south of the town, at Lino, are the ruins of a tower known as "fortes" by the locals. In the same area, on the north side of Platys Yalos, is the subterranean cistern known as Yannaros' Well (Pighadi tou Yannarou). In the region of Ano Mera (6 km. from the town) stands the monastery of Tourliani, founded, so tradition relates, by two Parian monks in 1542 on the site of an earlier church. It acquired its present aspect in 1767. The elaborately decorated, Western-style belltower adds a distinctive touch to the monastery's exterior. Further north, at Palaiokastro, there are remains of a fortification and the convent of Palaiokastro, a 17th century building. A pathway leads up to a knoll behind, on which there are remnants of an enceinte. From the remains of buildings and other finds of the Archaic and Classical period it is surmised that the hill was settled in antiquity. There is a small church in the centre. In this general area (Panormos bay) there are other prehistoric remains and at its western edge, in the locality of Mavri Spilia, an albeit limited number of Neolithic finds have been recovered. From Ano Mera one can easily reach Kalalatis (12 km. from Chora) one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. There are seaside villages at Tourlos, Aghios Stefanos (3.4 km. north of Chora), Ornos and Platys Yalos (south). Beaches in the south of the island particularly good for swimming and sea sports are Psarou, Aghia Anna, Paradise and Super Paradise (for nudists) and Ella. All can be reached by bus or caique from Chora or Platys Yalos. There are plenty of hotels, rooms and furnished flats to cater for the needs of the many visitors.
Next month:: The Islands of the Cyclades -
Delos, Part 14 of 22
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November 2011 Greek Orthodox Calendar
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Cosmas & Damianos the Holy Unmercenaries & their mother Theodota
David the Righteous of Evia
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Wednesday of the 7th Week
Akindynos, Pegasios, Aphthonios, Elpidephoros, & Anempodistos of Persia
Domnina, Domna, & Kyriaki, the Martyrs
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Thursday of the 7th Week
Acepsimas the Bishop, Joseph the Presbyter, & Aeithalas the Deacon, Martyrs of Persia
Dedication of the Temple of the Holy Great Martyr George in Lydia
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Friday of the 7th Week
Ioannikos the Great
Nikandros, Bishop of Myra
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Saturday of the 7th Week
Bishop Raphael Hawaweeny of Brooklyn
Galaktion & his wife Episteme, the Martyrs of Emesa
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7th Sunday of Luke
Paul the Confessor, Patriarch of Constantinople
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Monday of the 8th Week
33 Martyrs of Melitene
Lazarus the Wonderworker
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Synaxis of the Archangel Michael & the other Bodiless Powers: Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Salaphiel, Jegudiel, & Barachiel
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Wednesday of the 8th Week
Nektarios the Wonderworker, Bishop of Pentapolis
Onesiphoros and Porphyrios of Ephesus
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Thursday of the 8th Week
Erastos, Olympas, Herodion, Sosipatros, Quartus, Tertios, Apostles of the 70
Holy Father Arsenius of Cappadocia
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Friday of the 8th Week
Menas of Egypt
Saint Victor and Stephanie
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John the Merciful, Patriarch of Alexandria
Nilus the Ascetic of Sinai
Saint Martin, Bishop of Tours
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8th Sunday of Luke
John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople
Damaskinos the New Martyr of Mount Athos
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Philip the Apostle
Gregory Palamas, Archbishop of Thessaloniki
Holy Great New Martyr Constantine of Hydra
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Tuesday of the 9th Week
Gurias, Samonas, & Avivos, Martyrs & Confessors of Edessa
Thomas, Archbishop of Constantinople
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Matthew the Apostle & Evangelist
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Thursday of the 9th Week
Gregory the Wonderworker & Bishop of Neo-Caesarea
Gennadios I, Patriarch of Constantinople
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Friday of the 9th Week
Plato the Great Martyr of Ancyra
Holy Martyr Romanus
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Saturday of the 9th Week
Obadiah the Prophet
Barlaam of Caesarea
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9th Sunday of Luke
The Forefeast of the Presentation of the Theotokos into the Temple
Gregory the Righteous of Decapolis
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The Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple
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Tuesday of the 10th Week
Archippus the Apostles,Philemon the Apostle & his wife, Apphia, Onesimos the Disciple of Paul
Holy Martyr Cecilia and Those with Her
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Wednesday of the 10th Week
Amphilochios, Bishop of Iconium
Gregory, Bishop of Agrigentum
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Thursday of the 10th Week
Our Holy Father Clement, Pope of Rome
Peter, Archbishop of Alexandria
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Katherine the Great Martyr of Alexandria
Apodosis of the Presentation of the Theotokos into the Temple
Mercurios the Great Martyr of Caesarea in Cappadocia
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Saturday of the 10th Week
Alypios the Stylite of Adrianopolis
St. Nicon Metanoeite
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13th Sunday of Luke
James the Great Martyr of Persia
Nathaniel of Nitria & Pinouphrios of Egypt, the Righteous
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Monday of the 11th Week
Stephen the New
Irenarchos & his Companion Martyrs at Sebaste
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Tuesday of the 11th Week
Paramonus, Philumenus, and their 370 Companion Martyrs in Bithynia
Our Righteous Father Nicholas, Archbishop of Thessolonica
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Andrew the First- Called Apostle
Froumentios, Archbishop of Abyssina
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