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Hardy Bulgarians Perform Traditional Dance in Icy River for Epiphany

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Dozens of men from Kalofer waded into the icy waters of the Tundzha river and danced the Hora in a traditional male-only event to celebrate the Christian holiday of Epiphany, on Friday. The men dressed in national costume and dived into the freezing waters to find a crucifix thrown in by the priest before handing it to the youngest participant of the dance. The participants then danced and sang traditional Bulgarian songs to the sound of bagpipes and drums played by other men who ventured into the water. Locals believe the tradition will keep them healthy for the coming year. Many of them drunk litres of red wine to help them withstand the sub-zero temperatures. Are you brave enough to take a swim in sub-zero waters for your faith?

Added on the 10/01/2017 14:18:07 - Copyright : RT Ruptly EN

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