Heraklion: Traditional Cretan wedding features 14 riders and 14 best men

Stelios Pantechakis and Despoina Kounali celebrated a traditional wedding in the village of Prophet Elias, Heraklion, on Saturday, October 31. The ceremony emphasized Cretan customs, notably with the groom arriving on horseback.

Pantechakis was accompanied by a procession of 14 riders who traveled from various regions across Crete to join the event. The wedding ceremony took place at the Holy Temple of Agios Titus. In addition to the equestrian procession, the couple chose to have 14 best men participate in the religious mystery.