{"id":13747,"date":"2024-03-05T11:14:27","date_gmt":"2024-03-05T09:14:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grtraveller.gr\/?p=13747"},"modified":"2024-03-11T10:51:06","modified_gmt":"2024-03-11T08:51:06","slug":"the-folk-culture-of-greece-die-volkskultur-von-griechenland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grtraveller.gr\/en\/the-folk-culture-of-greece-die-volkskultur-von-griechenland\/","title":{"rendered":"You see : The Folk Culture of Greece Die Volkskultur von Griechenland"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Folk Culture of Greece \/\u00a0 Die Volkskultur von Griechenland<\/span><\/h3>\n

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It\u2019s about places,<\/strong><\/p>\n

that echo with the stories of those who came before us,<\/strong><\/p>\n

it\u2019s about people,<\/strong><\/p>\n

who made places seem unique,<\/strong><\/p>\n

it\u2019s about the wisdom of the past<\/strong><\/p>\n

that inspires the future.<\/p>\n

Es geht um Orte,<\/strong><\/p>\n

die die Geschichten derer widerspiegeln,<\/strong><\/p>\n

die vor uns kamen,<\/strong><\/p>\n

es geht um Menschen,<\/strong><\/p>\n

die Orte einzigartig erscheinen lie\u00dfen,<\/strong><\/p>\n

es geht um die Weisheit der Vergangenheit,<\/strong><\/p>\n

die die Zukunft inspiriert.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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See: A Tapestry of Tales: The Vibrant Folklore of Greece Unraveled<\/p>\n

Sieh: Ein Wandteppich der Geschichten: Die lebendige Folklore Griechenlands entwirrt<\/p>\n

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A ray of light passed through the window of the mountainous traditional mansion, crafted with exquisite skill from stone and wood more than two centuries ago. The walnut floor creaks slightly as you move toward the window to admire the lush slopes filled with dense forests. Across, the roofs of the houses, either covered with slates or adorned with intricate wood-carved details at their edges, narrate stories of the past, like the folk tales once told around the fireplace or in the courtyards and in the stone-paved squares adorned with bas-relief fountains. Children running around in groups and playing with their impromptu toys. Laughter is scattered all around. As if you can still hear them echoing as you walk along the cobblestone paths of Metsovo, a village embraced by Pindus\u2019s mountains. While wandering the serpentine cobbled paths of Pelion, near the sheltered fountains, it’s as if figures “come out” of the past, showing people joining their lives, reconciling, and small talking.<\/p>\n

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Marvel at the breathtaking vistas of Pagasitikos Gulf from the enchanting village of Pinakates nestled in the northwest slopes of Mount Pelion<\/h6>\n

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Ein Lichtstrahl str\u00f6mte durch das Fenster des Gebirgshauses, das vor mehr als zwei Jahrhunderten mit exquisiter Handwerkskunst aus Stein und Holz gefertigt wurde. Der Nussbaumboden knarrt leicht, wenn Sie sich zum Fenster bewegen, um die \u00fcppigen H\u00e4nge mit dichten W\u00e4ldern zu bewundern. Auf der anderen Seite erz\u00e4hlen die D\u00e4cher der H\u00e4user, die entweder mit Schiefer bedeckt oder an den R\u00e4ndern mit kunstvollen Holzschnitzereien verziert sind, Geschichten aus der Vergangenheit, wie die Volksm\u00e4rchen am Kamin oder in den Innenh\u00f6fen und auf den mit Flachreliefbrunnen geschm\u00fcckten gepflasterten Pl\u00e4tzen erz\u00e4hlt haben. Kinder laufen in Gruppen herum und spielen mit ihren improvisierten Spielsachen. Lachen ist \u00fcberall verstreut. Als ob Sie sie noch h\u00f6ren k\u00f6nnten, wenn Sie auf den Kopfsteinpflasterpfaden von Metsovo, einem Dorf, das von den Pindus-Bergen umarmt wird, spazieren gehen. Beim Wandern auf den Serpentinen gepflasterten Pfaden von Pilion, in der N\u00e4he der gesch\u00fctzten Brunnen, ist es, als ob Figuren aus der Vergangenheit “herauskommen”, zeigen Menschen, die ihr Leben verbinden, sich vers\u00f6hnen und Small Talk.<\/p>\n

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Step into a world of timeless charm with this traditional wooden and stone house nestled in the heart of Metsovo.<\/h6>\n

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As you traverse Zagori stone bridge\u2019s ancient arches, you’ll find yourself immersed in a world where history and nature blend in harmony<\/h6>\n

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You marvel at how harmoniously all these elements blend with nature as you cross another stone bridge, leading to dreamlike landscapes. Who could have worked the stone masterfully, integrating it with the landscape? Discover them by roaming the traditional village in Metaxades, Evros, and the picturesque village in Lagkadia, Arcadia. Then set sail for another paradise of a different hue. A small boat with white sails moors in the harbor of the Aegean island, filled with sugar cube houses sprawling on sun-drenched slopes and blue windows hiding behind blooming bougainvilleas. A gentle meltemi wind tousles your hair as you approach the traditional windmills to take a unique photo with the deep blue sea as a backdrop. The sun, having been here for centuries, sheds light on the simplicity of white and blue, leading you to the countless churches with their blue domes, streets with marble fountains, and the unique architectural masterpieces known as the Dovecotes of Tinos.<\/p>\n

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Exploring the picturesque streets of Skopelos, where every corner reveals a charming scene of whitewashed houses,<\/h6>\n
vivid blue doors, and colorful decorative pillows, adding a pop of vibrancy to the quaint cobblestone pathways<\/h6>\n

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Wander through the picturesque streets of Oia village and white sugar cube houses, in Santorini, where every corner reveals the breathtaking Caldera view<\/h6>\n

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Sie staunen, wie harmonisch all diese Elemente mit der Natur verschmelzen, wenn Sie eine weitere Steinbr\u00fccke \u00fcberqueren, die zu traumhaften Landschaften f\u00fchrt. Wer h\u00e4tte den Stein meisterhaft bearbeiten und ihn in die Landschaft integrieren k\u00f6nnen? Entdecken Sie sie, indem Sie das traditionelle Dorf Metaxades, Evros, und das malerische Dorf Lagkadia, Arcadia, durchstreifen. Dann segeln Sie zu einem anderen Paradies in einem anderen Farbton. Ein kleines Boot mit wei\u00dfen Segeln legt im Hafen der \u00c4g\u00e4ischen Insel an, gef\u00fcllt mit Zuckerw\u00fcrfelh\u00e4usern, die sich auf sonnendurchfluteten H\u00e4ngen ausbreiten, und blauen Fenstern, die sich hinter bl\u00fchenden Bougainvilleas verstecken. Ein sanfter Meltemi-Wind weht Ihnen durch die Haare, w\u00e4hrend Sie sich den traditionellen Windm\u00fchlen n\u00e4hern, um ein einzigartiges Foto mit dem tiefblauen Meer als Kulisse zu machen. Die Sonne, die schon seit Jahrhunderten hier ist, wirft Licht auf die Einfachheit von Wei\u00df und Blau und f\u00fchrt Sie zu den unz\u00e4hligen Kirchen mit ihren blauen Kuppeln, Gassen mit Marmorbrunnen und den einzigartigen architektonischen Meisterwerken, den sogenannten Dovecotes von Tinos.<\/p>\n

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Standing tall against the azure skies, a solitary windmill graces the landscape of Karpathos, whispering tales of tradition and time.<\/h6>\n

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Amphiklia’s Traditional Fountain – Where the sheltered springs seem to summon echoes of the past,<\/h6>\n
revealing scenes of matchmaking, reconciliation, and friendly chatter. \u00a9 Municipality of Amfikleia – Elateia<\/h6>\n

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A door opens from one side of Greece to the other, welcoming you into homes from another era, folk museums in their own right. Homes that women used to decorate with embroideries, decorative ceramic plates, and traditional woven textiles in bold colors, like those made in Asterousia of Crete. Sofas, chairs, and chests are in place with intricate wood-carved creations. In a Skyrian home, you will find unique wood carvings sculpted with patience and passion. In Othos of Karpathos and the southern villages of the island, silk dominates in embroideries and costumes, as it was once a place of production and weaving. In the mansions of Macedonia, lay down on thick flokati rugs and handmade carpets.<\/p>\n

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Capturing the essence of Crete’s rich heritage. The striking red traditional costume worn by a Cretan woman, adorned with intricate gold embroidery.<\/h6>\n
Each stitch tells a story, echoing the island’s enduring spirit and cultural legacy. A glimpse of tradition revealing the craftsmanship and beauty cherished by generations<\/h6>\n

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The exquisite beauty of Cretan embroideries, meticulously crafted on a traditional Cretan loom.<\/h6>\n
The vibrant colors and intricate patterns say a lot about the island’s rich textile heritage.<\/h6>\n
Each piece is a woven narrative of Crete’s culture, embodying the warmth, spirit, and enduring craftsmanship of its people.<\/h6>\n
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Eine T\u00fcr \u00f6ffnet sich von einer Seite Griechenlands zur anderen und begr\u00fc\u00dft Sie in H\u00e4usern aus einer anderen Epoche, Volksmuseen in ihrem eigenen Recht. H\u00e4user, die Frauen fr\u00fcher mit Stickereien, dekorativen Keramikplatten und traditionellen gewebten Textilien in kr\u00e4ftigen Farben dekorierten, wie sie in Asterousia von Kreta hergestellt wurden. Sofas, St\u00fchle und Truhen sind an Ort und Stelle mit komplizierten Holz geschnitzten Kreationen. In einem Skyrian-Haus finden Sie einzigartige Holzschnitzereien, die mit Geduld und Leidenschaft geschnitzt wurden. In Othos von Karpathos und den s\u00fcdlichen D\u00f6rfern der Insel dominiert Seide die Stickereien und Kost\u00fcme, da sie einst ein Ort der Produktion und Weberei war. In den Villen Mazedoniens legen Sie sich auf dicke Flokati-Teppiche und handgefertigte Teppiche.<\/p>\n

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Explore a traditional Rhodian house in the quaint village of Koskinou, now transformed into a captivating folklore museum<\/h6>\n

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Delve into the rich heritage of Santorini at the Folklore Museum,<\/h6>\n
where the interior of a traditional house offers a glimpse into the island’s captivating history.<\/h6>\n

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A wood-carved mini chair and table from Skyros, epitomizes the island’s renowned craftsmanship.<\/h6>\n
These pieces are more than mere decorations; they are vibrant narrators of Greek cultural heritage,<\/h6>\n
each intricately carved detail preserving a timeless tradition.<\/h6>\n

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Wherever you go, each traditional Greek home has a unique style but is adorned with the same passion and love that we Greeks have timelessly for \u201ckallos\u201d (beauty). The hosts smile at you and invite you to their traditional table, once laid with white embroidered tablecloths, silver cutlery, like those still made today in Ioannina, and ceramics. Even if women no longer wear their festive attire with silk gold-embroidered shirts, dresses or \u201cvrakes\u201d (breeches), aprons, headbands, and \u201csigounia\u201d, and men don’t sit comfortably in their fustanellas or \u201cvrakes\u201d (breeches), white shirts, and belts, Greek hospitality remains a unique experience.<\/p>\n

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View of the permanent exhibition of the Silversmithing Museum, in Ioannina. Collection of Epirote silversmithing works, 18th-20th century.<\/h6>\n
Finely crafted objects with ornate details, such as jewellery, arms and martial gear, household silverware and personal effects feature amongst this collection. \u00a9 PIOP, K. Markou<\/h6>\n

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The traditional Karpathian house adorned with vibrant embroideries remains a lively museum of cultural heritage. Photo by Marigoula Kritsiotou<\/h6>\n

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Wohin Sie auch gehen, jedes traditionelle griechische Haus hat einen einzigartigen Stil, ist aber mit der gleichen Leidenschaft und Liebe geschm\u00fcckt, die wir Griechen zeitlos f\u00fcr \u201ckallos\u201d (Sch\u00f6nheit) haben. Die Gastgeber l\u00e4cheln Sie an und laden Sie zu ihrem traditionellen Tisch ein, der einst mit wei\u00df bestickten Tischdecken, Silberbesteck, wie es heute noch in Ioannina hergestellt wird, und Keramik gedeckt war. Auch wenn Frauen ihre festliche Kleidung nicht mehr mit seidengold bestickten Hemden, Kleidern oder \u201evrakes\u201c (Hosen), Sch\u00fcrzen, Stirnb\u00e4ndern und \u201esigounia\u201c tragen und M\u00e4nner nicht bequem in ihren Fustanellas oder \u201evrakes\u201c (Hosen), wei\u00dfen Hemden und G\u00fcrteln sitzen, bleibt griechische Gastfreundschaft ein einmaliges Erlebnis.<\/p>\n

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Engage with the elegance of Greek tradition in silversmithing, as captured in Ioannina.<\/h6>\n
This table setting, adorned with exquisite silver cutlery against a traditional white tablecloth, reflects the rich heritage of craftsmanship in Greece.<\/h6>\n

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