Romania: Saint Nicholas Day marks the start of the holiday season in Romania

December 4, 2025

Saint Nicholas Day marks the start of the holiday season in Romania
Dec 4, 2025

Saint Nicholas Day marks the start of the holiday season in Romania.

Romanians celebrate Saint Nicholas (Sfântul Nicolae) on December 6, a tradition that has grown far beyond its religious roots and signals the official start of the holiday season. The day is especially beloved by children, who eagerly prepare their freshly polished boots in hopes of finding (…)

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