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Couple dancing the hora at an outdoor wedding with guests joining hands
Culture

Romanian Wedding Traditions: A Journey Through Rituals and Symbols

From the pețit ceremony to the hora of the bride, discover the rich customs that make a traditional Romanian wedding a vibrant celebration of community and heritage.
A golden braided ring-shaped loaf of bread on a rustic wooden table
Culture

Colac: The Braided Bread at the Heart of Romanian Celebrations

From weddings to funerals, the colac is more than bread in Romania—it is a symbol of life, honour and community. Here is what makes this braided loaf so central to tradition.
Hands of women embroidering and spinning wool at a traditional Romanian gathering
Culture

Șezătoarea: The Romanian Winter Gathering of Craft and Storytelling

A look at the traditional Romanian social gathering where women came together to spin, sew, sing and share stories during the long winter months.
A group of Romanian Călușari dancers in white embroidered costumes and ribboned hats performing a lively dance in a village square.
Culture

Călușarii: Romania's ancient ritual dance and its meaning

Discover the Căluș, a dynamic Romanian folk dance with deep ritual roots, recognised by UNESCO as a masterpiece of intangible cultural heritage.