In the province of Edirn in the west of Turkey, the spring awakening of nature is celebrated by the traditional gypsy festival of Kakawa, also known as Hidrelles.
A colorful event organized by the Edirne administration attracts a large number of local and foreign tourists.
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Visitors to the festival listening with interest listening to the stories about the Savior Baba Fingo, the belief of which exists in gypsy folklore.
The festival is usually held on May 5-6. This year, due to a large influx of tourists, it is extended for another day. According to local authorities, 90 thousand people arrived on Hidrelles this year.
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The most interesting part of the kakava is the ceremony of inciting the fire.
The festival participants are also gathering around the Tunja River and make desires.
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The wife of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan Emine Erdogan spread a congratulatory message on the occasion of the Hydrellis holiday.
“Let spring, which brings fertility to the soil and an abundance of seeds, fill the house with the world and hearts. Congratulations on Hidrelellis!”, The circulation published on the social network x.
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