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Greece is mainly a Greek Orthodox country and according to their tradition, all days of the year is dedicated to a Christian saint or martyr. Holidays in Greece include namedays - a celebration by a person who has the same name as the patron saint. The Greek tradition of celebrating his/her “nameday” is more important than a person’s birthday. The Greek greeting for someone celebrating his/her “nameday,” is “Hronia Polla” which means “many years”. It is a wish for good health and prosperity. There are 61 Greek namedays spread throughout the 12 months. New Year’s Day (January 1) is also the Feast of St. Basil in which Greeks follow the old Byzantine custom of slicing the Basilcake or New Year cake called Vassilopita. These cakes have a coin hidden in them and the person who finds it will have good luck for the year. January 6 is the day of Epiphany
