Junii Brașoveni, Junii Brașovului or Junii from Șcheii Brașovului is a group of riders from Șcheii Brașovului, today having only a ceremonial function, which, every year, parades on horseback through the streets of Brașov. Their celebration, according to some sources, would represent a series of traditions and customs that combine pre-Christian practices with Christian manifestations …
By Andrei Harnagea In this article I will tell about a custom from Huși, Vaslui county. My parents come from the countryside, which made me grow up more with my grandparents, in the village where they come from. At the beginning of spring it was a tradition to go to my grandparents, to spend the …
Hungarian spring holidays have a long tradition and cultural significance. The celebrations usually take place in March and April and reflect many symbols and traditions of Hungarian folklore. One of the best-known spring holidays in Hungary is National Day on March 15th. This holiday commemorates the Hungarian Revolution and War of Independence, which began in …
The Day of the Martyrs or Măcinici marks the transition from the cold days of Baba Dochia to the warmer days of the Grandfathers. This day is celebrated on March 9 and is based on two legends, the story of Baba Dochia and the death of the 40 martyrs burned at the stake for the …
