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A priest with his donkey is hiking to the mountainous island of Amorgos to join a feast.

Every year in September, the island of Amorgos celebrates the day of the Cross. People hike up the mountain for about two hours to reach the chapel in honour of this day. The path is very steep, and older individuals often hike with their donkeys to carry themselves and supplies for the feast.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 09.2023
Date Uploaded: 10.2024
Photo Location: Amorgos island, Greenland
Camera: ILCE-7M3
Copyright: © Alexandros Zilos