Event· Symi· Greece — Dodecanese, Sporades & North Aegean
Panormitis feast (Archangel Michael, November)
36° 32.9′ N · 27° 50.8′ E · approximate
On 8 November the monastery celebrates its patron saint, the Archangel Michael, and pilgrims pour into Panormitis from across Greece. It traditionally marks the end of Symi's season.
Practical
Position approx: the monastery (see Panormitis Monastery). Greeka: the monastery celebrates on 8 November with a large religious festival. Wikipedia: the tourist season runs from Easter until Panormitis Day in early November. Expect the bay and pier to be crowded with ferries; anchor early in the north of the bay.
Best for
A late-season pilgrimage festival
Season
8 November