Holidays in Macedonia

Macedonia is one of the most unexplored European countries. Everyone who comes to such a picturesque corner of the world, rediscovers the treasures of Macedonia . Moreover, he finds himself in the center of a contrasting displacement of cultures (Turks and Greeks, Orthodox and Muslims).

What holidays do the Macedonians celebrate?

Little to say about the enchanting architecture and landscapes, Macedonia must be visited on the days of holidays, which it has many:

• Nova Godina or the New Year - on January 1-2;
• Christmas is January 7;
• Easter;
• Labor Day - May 1;
• Day of Saints Cyril and Methodius - May 24;
• Uraza-Bayram - July 5-6;
• Republic Day - August 2;
• Independence Day - September 8;
• Day of the Partisans - October 11;
• The day of the Macedonian revolutionary struggle - October 23;
• Day of St. Clement of Ohrid - December 8.

Each of these days the Macedonians are waiting with impatience. After all, this is not just an opportunity to get together with the family, but also to honor the traditions and customs of your country. In addition, most of the celebrations are centered around the events of the republic's long struggle for independence from the Ottoman regime in Yugoslavia.

Most popular holidays in Macedonia

1. The New Year, as in the countries of the post-Soviet space, is celebrated from December 31 to January 1. All night the streets are filled with talk, laughter, music and fun. This is how the Macedonians used to see off the old and meet the new year.
2. Since January 5 in Macedonia are preparing for the main winter holiday, the Nativity of Christ. Christmas Eve is celebrated with a vegetarian dinner in the family circle. During this period the house is decorated with spruce branches.
3. On Easter, residents of the country bake cakes and decorate eggs. Festive meals after consecration in the temple are shared with their neighbors and relatives.
4. But the national holiday of Macedonia is Labor Day. During this period, the economic and social workers are revered. How do the Macedonians celebrate this event? Urban residents go on picnics to the countryside, admiring the beauty of mother nature.
5. On the Day of Saints Cyril and Methodius, the churches in the churches are ruled by a service in which the saints are honored and honored. Traditionally, the holiday begins with the Prime Minister's addressing the citizens of Macedonia with a congratulatory speech. The main celebrations take place in the city of Ohrid , located on the east coast of the lake of the same name.
6. August 2 marks a national holiday in honor of the struggle of the Republic for independence. On this day there are parade riders. No less significant event is the independence of Macedonia. The celebration is held in memory of the great referendum of 1991, as a result of which the country became a sovereign parliamentary state.