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Traditional Călușari dancers in white costumes with ribbons perform outdoors.
Culture

Călușari: Romania's Ancient Ritual Dance of Healing and Strength

Discover the Călușari, a men's ritual dance from southern Romania that blends acrobatics, music and ancient beliefs, recognised by UNESCO as a masterpiece of intangible heritage.
Group of male dancers in white traditional costumes performing the Calus ritual in a Romanian village.
Travel

Căluș: A Guide to Romania's Ancient Ritual Dance

Discover the Căluș, a centuries-old Romanian ritual dance recognised by UNESCO. Learn about its history, meaning, and where travellers can witness it today.
Red and white twisted thread charms laid out on a wooden table with early spring blossoms
Culture

Mărțișor: the red and white charm that welcomes spring in Romania

Every 1 March, Romanians pin small red and white tokens to their lapels. Here is the story behind the mărțișor, what it means and how to join in respectfully.