A journey through Pirin traditions 22-24.09 – 2 nights in Bansko and ethnic tour in the village of Banichan

A journey through Pirin traditions 22-24.09 – 2 nights in Bansko and ethnic tour in the village of Banichan from Makaroon.bg

Traditions are those fine threads that weave the fabric of any culture, creating a bridge between generations through shared practices, beliefs and values. These customs have stood the test of time, giving a sense of identity, continuity and meaning to society.

From September 22 to 24, you will have the opportunity to become part of a one-of-a-kind event - the Magic of the Pirin traditions - and indulge in unique relaxation.

The magic of Pirin traditions & SPA - immerse yourself in the traditional atmosphere of Pirin in a culinary, ethnographic and SPA adventure.

One of the most interesting events related to our folk customs is coming up on 23.09. In the village of Banichan, there will be an ethnic tour with talks and presentations on folk costumes and traditions, with dressing up in folk costumes, a photo shoot, a culinary workshop for an inspection pie and a rich tasting of local village foods. You will also be accompanied by a guide. You will have the opportunity to dress up in folk costumes, you will prepare a traditional onion banitsa, which you will bake on an old country wood-burning stove. Presentations on traditions provide an opportunity to learn a lot about local customs and become a part of them. The remarkable Dr. Anelia Ovnarska - Milusheva - will introduce you to folk beliefs about Pirin costumes and traditions, as well as mystical legends about the village of Banichan. According to some beliefs, folk costumes are a source of powerful powers. They emphasize individual beauty - every person wearing a costume is beautiful. A costume photo session will capture the moment and preserve the memory for years to come. The day will end with a musical evening with Margarita Hranova at SPA Resort St. Ivan Rilski in Bansko.

22.09 and 24.09 are days for complete relaxation at the SPA Resort St. Ivan Rilski and walks around Bansko. Overnight stays in the 4-star hotel include breakfast, dinner, drinks and use of the SPA. The heated pool, outdoor and indoor jacuzzi, steam bath, panoramic Finnish sauna will add the desired luxury to your stay. The adult spa area includes a salt sauna, a herbal sauna, an aromatic steam bath, a steam bath with a temperature of 45 C, a laconium with hot stone beds, a relaxation area with a fireplace.

This three-day journey in the Pirin region will combine the luxury experience in a 4-star hotel with a return to tradition - a true immersion in the depths of local culture, clothing and gastronomy.

Program by days:

22.09. Friday – a day of relaxation at the SPA Resort St. Ivan Rilski and walks around Bansko.

23.09. Saturday – ethnic tour to Banichan village:

9:30: Transfer by tourist bus from Bansko to the village of Banichan.

10:30: Presentation by the ethnologist Anelia Ovnarska – Milusheva about the signs of Bulgarian traditional clothing.

11:30: Presentation by Rumi Jibova, chairman of the community center in the village of Banichan and founder of the "Vezanata Kashta" in the village. Topic: "Banichan traditions, costumes and legends".

13:00: Culinary workshop with the making of a traditional pie and a village treat.

14:00: Dressing in Banian costumes and photo session with them.

15:30: Transfer from Banichan village to Bansko.

20:00: Musical evening with Margarita Hranova at SPA Resort St. Ivan Rilski.

24.09. Sunday – a day of relaxation at the SPA Resort St. Ivan Rilski and walks around Bansko.

The service includes:

• 2 nights in a premium 4* hotel "SPA Resort St. Ivan Rilski" in Bansko with included breakfasts and dinners (with drinks) for two.
• Use of spa center with heated outdoor pool, outdoor and indoor jacuzzi, steam bath, panoramic Finnish sauna.
• SPA area for adults only (from 16 years) with salt sauna, herbal sauna, aromatic steam bath, steam bath with temperature 45C, laconium with hot stone beds, relaxation area with fireplace.
• A one-day ethno tour to Baničan, including presentations, costume dressing, professional photo shoot, a culinary workshop with banitsa rolling and tasting of local village foods.
• Compliment on the day of arrival - mineral water, tea and coffee in the room.
• Fitness center 24/7.
• Open parking and covered garage (subject to availability, up to 120 parking spaces).
• High speed Wi-Fi internet.
• Transfers by tourist bus Bansko - Banichan - Bansko.
• Licensed tour guide.
• Tourist insurance.

More information:

• It is necessary to make a reservation by 16.09.2023.
• In case you are on a special diet, diet or have allergies, it is necessary to warn in advance.
• The certificate is valid for six months from the date of purchase.
• In case the dates 22-24.09.2023 are not convenient for you, you can contact us about using a similar service on other dates.

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