Video. Bulgarians prepare for Orthodox Easter with ancient traditions

Preparations for Orthodox Easter are taking place at Bachkovo Monastery in southern Bulgaria, renowned as the second largest and one of the oldest monasteries in the country. As the most significant holiday in the Orthodox Christian calendar, Easter is celebrated widely among Bulgarian Christians. For this year’s celebration, 5,050 eggs dyed red—symbolizing the blood of Christ—are being prepared and will be distributed to pilgrims. Additionally, traditional egg dyeing happens at home on Holy Thursday, where family rituals and blessings take precedence, fostering community and health.

Easter, the most significant festivity in the Orthodox calendar, sees the Bachkovo Monastery preparing 5,050 dyed red eggs, a tradition reflecting deep cultural beliefs.

At Bachkovo Monastery, preparations are in full swing for Orthodox Easter, with local producers donating thousands of eggs that embody the blood of Christ.

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