Zervi

Zervi ( _el. Ζέρβη; South Slavic: Žervi or Zhervi, Жерви) is a small village in the northwest of the Pella Prefecture of Macedonia, Greece. Population: 720 (2001). While much of the history of the village is lost, rumors say that it was built by Byzantine troops in order to defend Lake Vegoritida from attacking invaders coming from the north. The village produces large amounts of cherries, apples and peaches every summer and is regarded as one of the best fruit producers in Greece.

Cultural Events

On the 25th and 26th of July there evening celebrations highlighting traditional music and dance. On the 24th of December, the village holds a bonfire to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Tradition holds that the fire is intended to provide warmth for the newborn baby. The celebration also features music and free food and drink (wine and local tsipuro) for everyone. A similar celebration is held on December 31st, and January 6th.

References

* [http://www.fallingrain.com/world/GR/0/Zervi.html FallingRain Map - elevation = 665m]