On January 7, Georgia hosted the traditional Christmas procession "Alilo," attracting thousands of participants across the country. In Tbilisi, the procession began at First Republic Square and concluded at the Holy Trinity Cathedral of Sameba.

Participants, including children dressed as angels and biblical figures, collected donations in the form of sweets, food, warm clothing, and money. All proceeds will be distributed to orphanages, nursing homes, and correctional facilities.

The "Alilo" tradition was revived in 2000 with the blessing of the Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia and has since become an integral part of Christmas celebrations. This year marked the 25th anniversary of the procession's revival.

The primary goal of "Alilo" remains charity and supporting those in need, the Georgian Patriarchate's press office emphasized. After the procession, participants attended a Christmas prayer service at Sameba Cathedral.

Similar processions took place in Kutaisi, Batumi, Zugdidi, and other Georgian cities. In Kutaisi, the procession started at the city hall, while in Batumi, participants marched through the central streets with prayers and hymns. According to local media, participants expressed hope for peace and unity in the country, wishing Georgia happiness, love, and prosperity.