In a poignant celebration of its Independence Day, Greece marked the anniversary of the 1821 War of Independence from Ottoman rule with significant ceremonies in Athens. The day featured a military parade at Syntagma Square, attended by President Konstantinos Tassoulas, along with top military and state officials. Ceremonial gun salutes were fired from Lycabettus Hill, and a religious service at Athens Cathedral was held before the flag-raising at the Acropolis, symbolizing national pride and unity.
Greece celebrated its Independence Day on Tuesday, commemorating the start of the 1821 War of Independence against Ottoman rule with military parades and religious services.
A special service at Athens Cathedral, led by Archbishop Hieronymos, preceded the official flag-raising at the Acropolis.
A grand military parade took place at Syntagma Square, attended by President Konstantinos Tassoulas and top state, political, and military officials.
The day began with 21 ceremonial gun salutes from Lycabettus Hill, while armed forces bands played in central streets.
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