Amyntaio commemorates 114th anniversary of liberation from Ottoman rule

The city of Amyntaio and its surrounding region held ceremonies to mark the 114th anniversary of their liberation from Ottoman rule. The commemorations included a Divine Liturgy and official doxology at the Holy Church of Saints Constantine and Helen, led by Metropolitan Eirineos of Florina, Prespes, and Eordaia.

Following religious services, a memorial service was held at the Monument of the Municipal Community of Rodopa. Local political and military authorities, along with various organizations, laid wreaths at the site. The celebrations concluded with a parade on 28th Syntagma Grammaton Street, featuring students, cultural associations, and members of the armed forces.

Notable attendees included Deputy Minister of Development Lazaros Tsavdaridis, Amyntaio Mayor Ioannis Liasis, and the Regional Governor of Western Macedonia Giorgos Amanatidis.