Orthodox Easter (this year on May 1st, 2016) is celebrated by more than 85% of the Romanian population. “Paștele” (Easter) is locally one of the most important religious celebrations, preceded by numerous preparations and rituals.
Enjoy an illustrated Easter gallery! Happy Easter | Paște fericit!
Cover photography ©Bogdan Comanescu
Egg painting | încondeiatul ouălor ©Dorin Sveduneac
Painted eggs ©Catalin Urdoi
Great Thursday ©Sorin Onisor
Black Thursday ©Sorin Onisor
Easter Night in Bucovina ©Sorin Onisor
Easter Night in the Danube Delta ©Bogdan Comanescu
Egg Knocking ©Dorin Sveduneac
Easter in Bucovina ©Marina Sveduneac