26th Tsiavaliaria 2026 – Pialia Honors Its Historical Heritage

Historical memory and cultural heritage are integral elements of the identity and character of the Meteora–Pili Geopark.

On Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., the Municipality of Pyli and the Municipal Community of Pialia are organizing the 26th Tsiavaliaria Festival at the monument dedicated to Vasileios Tsiavaliaris, the first Greek soldier to fall in the Epic of 1940.

The event is an institution of historical remembrance for Pialeia and the wider region, highlighting an important aspect of the area’s modern history and cultural heritage.

Please see the attached invitation for the detailed program of the event.