DESCRIPTION
An ancient agricultural tradition, documented since 1870, celebrating the first farmer to start plowing. He is escorted by villagers in festive attire, along with young men carrying 12 “tânjele” decorated with birch branches, ribbons, and towels. The procession moves towards Dărasca valley, where the celebrated farmer is splashed with water, with invocations for good harvests and a prosperous year. Before reaching the river, he attempts to escape and be the first to reach the water, but he is carefully guarded and brought back by the vigilant villagers. The event is complemented by a spectacle of folk music and dances, creating a festive atmosphere.
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