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Epitaphios Decoration: Traditional Costume Adorned in Olympos, Karpathos Island
Step into the cultural traditions of Olympos, Karpathos Island, in the Dodecanese, Greece, with this black and white photography print capturing a woman wearing the traditional costume (kava'e) as she decorates the Epitaphios. On Good Friday, the wooden representation of Christ's bier is adorned with flowers by the women of Karpathos, many of whom don the traditional local clothing.
Experience the rich cultural heritage and deep-rooted traditions of Karpathos Island as this photograph encapsulates the spirit of the Epitaphios decoration ritual. The woman's attire, reflecting the island's distinctive traditional costume, adds a touch of authe...