Orthodox Wedding
An Orthodox wedding is an unusually beautiful ceremony with a sacred meaning. For many, it is an integral part of the marriage registration. And Santorini is the most beautiful place for this ceremony.
Here, the bluish roofs of fabulous houses merge with the silent turquoise sea and deep blue sky. Here boundaries and horizons are erased, and unions between lovers are fastened both on earth and in heaven.
Preparing for an Orthodox wedding
If a decision is made to hold an Orthodox wedding in Santorini, the newlyweds must prepare in advance and go through the following steps:
- Select date and time. We recommend paying attention to September. This time in Greece is considered the velvet season, when the exhausting summer heat is no longer there, but the air and the sea remain warm enough.
- Decide on a temple or church.
- Prepare a package of documents, submit a request to the Greek Consulate and obtain permission for the wedding from the Metropolis of Athens.
- Decide on the format of the Orthodox wedding, book the appropriate hotel and venue for the wedding ceremony.
What is an Orthodox wedding ceremony?
In Greece, an Orthodox wedding is equivalent to civil registration. The newlyweds must arrive on the island two days before the ceremony. During this time, you will need to prepare and submit documents, meet with the priest, a representative of the Greek Orthodox Church.
The Orthodox wedding ceremony lasts 45-60 minutes. In the church, in the presence of at least one witness, the priest reads prayers, uniting the hearts of lovers.
After the ceremony, a married couple can go on a photo shoot through the most fabulous venues.
Where to get married in Greece?
Small churches on the cliffs or majestic temples with luxurious halls - in Santorini, the choice of wedding venues is simply colossal. We propose to pay attention to the following options:
- 🕊️Church of Saint George. Pale yellow walls, a bright blue dome - this church looks both majestic and cozy. It is located on the eastern outskirts of the village of Iyi and is one of the most favorite places for honeymooners from all over the world
- 🕊️The Anastasia Church is a place with a magnificent view of the caldera, the volcano and the Aegean Sea
- 🕊️The church of Agios Charalambos in Exo Gonia, located near Pyrgos at the top
Our basic package for an orthodox wedding ceremony includes:
- 💍Filing an application for marriage
- 💍Church fees
- 💍Booking the time and date of the wedding in Santorini church
- 💍Translation services
- 💍2 stefana (crowns) from olive leaves
- 💍Assistance with legal work
- 💍Vendor and accommodations recommendations
- 💍Suppliers' bookings, and supervision during the wedding day
- 💍Confirming all details with the appropriate vendors prior to the wedding
- 💍Wedding day schedule - Timeline
- 💍Brides's bouquet and Groom's boutonniere
- 💍Representative from our agency
- 💍The wine during the ceremony
- 💍Pre wedding meeting with the wedding planners
- 💍Ceremony coordination
- 💍Two witnesses (complimentary)
- 💍Present of the company: 2 baskets of the rose petals for sprinkling newlyweds after the ceremony
- 💍Present of the company: welcome drinks in the office on pre-wedding meeting
- 💍Any needed support for a couple during their visit by wedding planner
- 💍Booking the table at the restaurant
- 💍Unlimited emails and video calls to discuss every detail
Basic orthodox wedding package price: on request...
!!!IMPORTANT
It is advised to consult with the chosen officiating religious establishment to confirm the exact requirements and process for a religious marriage. All required documents in any language other than Greek must be officially translated into Greek. At least one of the parties must be of the Greek Orthodox religion. Baptism certificates are required for both parties; these must be signed by the parish priest and confirmed and stamped by the Bishop where they were issued. A church certificate providing consent and the freedom to marry may also be required