Every country in the world is famous for different things. Some of the tourists are famous for tourist spots, and some places are such a historical thing, which is the main attraction of scientists. There is a lot of political stir in a country, while some countries are also known for cleanliness and peace. Usually, jobs, farming, animal husbandry, etc. have to be done in every country. Move from all this, today we are going to tell you about a country where every family has a private church.
Yes, actually, we are talking about Greece. There is a quiet island here, where the views make everyone crazy.
We are talking about Tinos Island, which is famous all over the world due to not only its natural beauty but also thousands of small churches present here. This is called the “Island of 1,000 Chawls”. Here every family has its own private church.
While walking on the streets and hills of Teenos, you see small white chapels everywhere. These churches are not of any institution or government, but under the supervision of local families. These chapels made between grape plantations, olive greenery and sea winds give a different relaxation. Every family here clean up and repair their church at least once a year. New lime on the walls, fresh paint on blue doors and roof care… everything is done with great heart. On a special day, the whole village prays together and the atmosphere on the festival of saints becomes like a festival.
The biggest feature of Teenos is that the traditions of both Greek orthodox and Catholic religions are similar. On many hills you will find two different chapels in one place, one orthodox and the other Catholic, whose doors open in opposite directions.
The Church of Panagia Evangelistria here is a large pilgrimage site of the entire Greece. Every year on 15 August, thousands of devotees arrive here on the festival of Virgin Mary. In addition, people who seek real Greek culture and peace away from crowded places like Santorini and Mikonos, Teenos for them is no less than a paradise. Here the traditional village, the brilliant marble carvings and the seaside shore, pulls the tourists repeatedly. If you want to enjoy the congestion, relaxed and real Greek culture, then Teenos must be in your travel list.
