Bulgaria Marks Midsummer Day

Society | June 24, 2008, Tuesday // 00:00
Bulgaria: Bulgaria Marks Midsummer Day It is believed that on June 24 herbs have strongest medical power. Photo by Yuliana Nikolova (Sofia Photo Agency)

Bulgarians celebrate Monday the Midsummer Day, widely known as Enyovden, a holiday related to traditional beliefs about herbs and their healing power.

On June 24 the sun reaches its highest point in the sky and it is believed that if collected on this day herbs have the strongest medical power.

Bulgarian tradition has it that on Enyovden children and adults should roll in dewy fields or take a bath in rivers and brooks.

Midsummer is celebrated around the world and most often refers to the period of the summer solstice or festivals honouring Saint John the Baptist.

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