Trifon Zarezan

(Vinegrower's Day)


On February 14 Bulgarians celebrate Trifon Zarezan, an ancient holiday rite inherited from the Thracians. Dressed in their Sunday-best, vinegrowers prune the vines and sprinkle them with wine for a good harvest. Everyone then gathers for a delicious meal.


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Text provided in the Bulgarian FAQ File by Rossen Zlatev was put into HTML format by Plamen Bliznakov on January 13, 1997.