Bulgarians celebrate Epiphany with traditional rituals

Bulgarians celebrate Epiphany with traditional rituals

SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Thousands of young men are plunging into rivers and lakes across Bulgaria to retrieve crucifixes, in an old ritual marking the feast of Epiphany.

Bulgarians celebrate Epiphany in an icy river

Bulgarian men donning traditional dress danced in the icy waters of the Tundzha River in the village of Kalofer on Friday (January 6) as part of celebrations for the Christian holiday of Epiphany.

Greece Celebrates Epiphany with Traditional Rituals (Videos & Photos)

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Bulgarians celebrate Epiphany with traditional rituals

SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Thousands of young men are plunging into rivers and lakes across Bulgaria to retrieve crucifixes, in an old ritual marking the feast of Epiphany.

Bulgarians celebrate Epiphany with traditional rituals

SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Thousands of young men are plunging into rivers and lakes across Bulgaria to retrieve crucifixes, in an old ritual marking the feast of Epiphany.