Hellenic Parliament and the Presidential Mansion
Hellenic Parliament and the Presidential Mansion
Hellenic Parliament and the Presidential Mansion
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
The Evzones is a special unit of the Hellenic Army, also known as Tsoliades, who guard the Monument of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Hellenic Parliament…
Through the historical movement of Greece, the Evzones have become symbols of bravery and courage for the Greek people.
The duties of the soldiers are part of a ceremonial nature. Every soldier guards for about an hour, 3 times in total every 48 hours.
Throughout these 60…
Throughout these 60…
The formal uniform consists of: - the phareon which is the Evzone's hat, made from red baize with a black tuft- the white shirt with loose leaves - the…
The tsarouchia, the traditional shoes of Evzones which are red, made of leather, with a small tuft in front. Each shoe weighs three kilos
The soldiers of the Presidential Guard are selected according to their height, excellent physical condition, and psychological state as well as character and…
The soldiers of the Presidential Guard are selected according to their height, excellent physical condition, and psychological state as well as character and…
