Holidays in Moldova
Republic of Moldova - an integral part of Europe, and has a rich history. This country is situated in the contact zone between different cultural and historic trends - Carpathian-Balkan, Central European and Eurasian, and during its millennial history harmoniously absorbed diverse cultural traditions of Proto peoples and the most ancient Indo-Europeans, including the Thracians, Slavs, Celts, Goths, Huns, thus obtaining specific and unique features.
The Synaxis of the Ecumenical Teachers and Prelates as St. Basil the Great, Gregory the Theologian and John Chrysostom
January, 30
On the 30th January all Orthodox believers are celebrating the Synaxis of the Three Hierarchs: St. Basil the Great, Gregory the Theologian and John Chrysostom , they are considered the most famous teachers of Christianity.
Saint Martyr Tryphon
February, 1
The 1st of February is considered as the first important calendar holiday date for agriculture, viticulture, horticulture, the day when winter changes to summer.
Presentation of the Lord
February, 2
On the 2nd February the Orthodox Church celebrates the Presentation of the Lord – it is one of the great Christian holidays in memory of meeting the baby Jesus with pious Simeon.
St. Charalampias or Holy Day Plague
February, 10
People say that St. Charalampias is considered as saint patron of officials, as well as guards from plague and smallpox. He was hallowed as the protector from sudden death without repentance and therefore strictly holiday is celebrated every year on 10th February.
St. Valentine's Day
February, 14
Recently, citizens of our country started to celebrate the 14th of February as it is in Europe, it is the Catholic holiday - St. Valentine's Day, this saint was recognised as the patron saint of lovers and the unmarried.
Mardi Gras
February, 16
Not everyone knows what this cheerful folk festival actually means, but one thing everyone knows for sure - we must eat pancakes, and then burn an effigy .
Dragobete
February, 24
Dragobete – is an ancient traditional holiday that used to be celebrated, today it is however mistakenly known as the feast of St. Valentine.
Martishor
March, 1
Annualy on the 1st of March is celebrated one of the most beloved national holidays - named Martishor in Moldovan language.
Days of Woman (Baba) Dokia and Martsishor
March, 1
The period from the 1st of March up until the 9th is an interesting one from the point of view of people`s omens. They say that this period is called the Days of Woman (Baba) Dokia or Women`s days. Martisor and folk festival Days of Baba Dokia are both celebrated at the beginning of the same month, so they are closely linked with each other.
International Women's Day
March, 8
On March 8 all world celebrates International Women's Day, when are distinguished the achievements of women in social, economical and political fields. People commemorate the past, present and future of women in the world.
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