St. John Monastery
Monstiri Ai Yianni
Monstiri Ai Yianni
His name is one of the most common Greek names and surnames. A lot of churches and
chapels are devoted to him as well as hundreds of settlements and villages. His memory is
celebrated many times throughout the year.
January 7 th , St John the Baptist and Forerunner day
February 24 th , Finding of St John the Baptist and Forerunner holy head A’ and B’
May 25 th , Finding of St John the Baptist and Forerunner holy head C’
June 24 th Birth of Finding of St John the Baptist and Forerunner. On the day before people
burn fires and jumb over them for good luck.
August 29 th , St John the Baptist and Forerunner beheading. The day is day of mourning and
accompanied by strict fasting.
September 23 rd , St John the Baptist and Forerunner is conceived.