Horse racing of Saint George

Horse racing of Saint GeorgeSaint George, called by the Orthodox Church as “Megalomartiras” and “Tropaioforos” is one of the most beloved Saints in the entire Christian world.
Is considered protector of Infantry and Army of Land and in Greece is unbreakably connected with the deliveries, the morals and our customs. Crowds of people take part each year in the resurgence of custom of the horse races, that is celebrated with great pomp in the village of Pyli. In honor of the Saint, the villagers prepare their horses for the race every year.



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