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.

Holy Kassian

March, 13

In February, there are only 28 days, and in leap years – are 29 days, it happens once every four years. Holiday of Saint Kassian the Church celebrates on 29th February.

The Reverend Alexis - the Man of God

March, 17

St. Alexis the man of God Holiday is celebrated on 17th March according to the Orthodox calendar. People call it Sunshing, Alexei Waterflowing, Alexei Warm etc.

40 Holy Martyrs of Sebaste

March, 22

One of the most sacred holidays in the Orthodox and national calendars is considered that 40 Martyrs of Sebaste, celebrated on the 9th March.

All Fool's Day

April, 1

All Fool's Day is - the international holiday, which is celebrated every year on the first of April. On this day people pull your friends and acquaintances legs, play tricks, jokes or just make fun of them.

Palm Sunday

April, 5

Enter Jesus on the path of the Cross is distinguished by his triumphal entry into Jerusalem. In their Gospels these events describe all the four Evangelists: John, Luke, Matthew, Mark.

Annunciation Day

April, 7

One of the 12 main Orthodox holidays is holiday of "Annunciation". It is celebrated each spring, on the 7th April.

International Gipsy Day

April, 8

For the first time was mentioned about Moldovan Gipsy in 1428. And officially celebrated the International Day of Gipsy in Moldova was only 2002. Moldovan Gipsy meets the April 8 indifferently. And Romanian gypsies give to this their special attention. Most likely, this explained because the hierarchical subordination of Gypsy in Moldova to their Baron is less than in Romania.