Category: Romania #Im4Ro

#Im4Ro ~ Sharing Positive Stories from Romania

I'm for Romania #Im4Ro

Here you can discover inspiring stories, timeless travel paths, and the rich folklore of Romania.

For additional nuggets from Romania’s culture you can jumps straight to these pages on my blog:
Nuggets of Romanian Folklore, Myths and Legends
Jewels of Romanian History and Travel
Posted on

The New Year in Romania and the Bear, Unveiling Magical Rites

bear and travelers, fable about friends

As the world transits from the old to the new year I am remembered of the bear and its rejuvenation and of some lesser-known magical rites from Romania. Much like nutrients enrich the soil before the sun even warms the earth in spring, awakening beings from slumber, the hibernating bear symbolizing life in delicate equilibrium.

Continue reading “The New Year in Romania and the Bear, Unveiling Magical Rites”
Posted on

On the Night of Saint Andrew, on Wolves’ Night #Im4Ro

On the Night of Saint Andrew, on Wolves' Night #Im4Ro

On the Night of Saint Andrew, on wolves’ night, in Romanian folklore it is believed that the boundary between the living world and the realm of the dead becomes blurred. Troublesome spirits, known as strigoii, moroii, or vampires, are said to roam the villages, especially the crossroads, tormenting the living and even inflict harm.

Continue reading “On the Night of Saint Andrew, on Wolves’ Night #Im4Ro”