TIRANA, May 7/ATA/ The local people in Shishtavec, Kukës celebrated St. George’s Day, a holiday that also marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring.
Mayor of Kukës Safet Gjici, as well as local residents of the area were present at the activities held on the occasion of this holiday.
Turned into a traditional celebration, on this day the young people of this village organize horse races, sports events and dance the traditional dances of the area.
This holiday, so beloved by the locals, in addition to the ritual character, the renewal of nature, has also acquired the character of the youth festival, becoming part of their lives.
St. George, this pagan holiday, is celebrated on May 6 according to the Gregorian calendar and marks the arrival of spring in the most festive way possible.
The feast of St. George unites Catholics, Orthodox and Muslims who believe that it brings joy and prosperity. Festive traditions are varied every place where it is celebrated. /k.s/j.p/r.e/p.s./
