In the village of Purcari, Stefan Voda district, just a few steps away from the famous winery, you will find ZEN Resort & SPA (formerly @purcari.retreat). The resort is surrounded by vineyards and soothing landscapes, offering the perfect setting for relaxation, comfort and pampering. Facilities include an outdoor pool overlooking the vineyards, Balinese massage, outdoor hot tub and sauna for relaxation.
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Zen Resort & SPA Purcari
“Drum Beat, Lăutar” Festival
“Beat the drum, lăutar” Festival is an authentic celebration of the folk music and folk traditions, where the sound of drums and folk instruments set the tone for a vibrant atmosphere. The festival brings to the stage talented pipers, folk ensembles and artists who keep alive the musical heritage of past generations.
Zemii Festival
a festival of cooking and tasting lots and lots of traditional chicken soup
Beleu Bio Fest
The festival is organized on the shores of Lake Beleu, which is part of the ‘Prutul de Jos’ biosphere reserve, included in the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves, and focuses on promoting the natural, cultural, and gastronomic heritage of the Slobozia Mare and Lower Prut Valley region, with an emphasis on Lake Beleu. Visitors will enjoy activities such as bird watching, boat and ATV rides, nature hikes, as well as music and folk dances.
Ziua Națională a Muzeelor
În anul 1977, Consiliul Internațional al Muzeelor (ICOM) a stabilit ca Ziua Internațională a Muzeelor să fie sărbătorită pe 18 mai, cu scopul de a recunoaște rolul acestor instituții de cultură în dezvoltarea societății. Această zi își propune să contribuie la promovarea ideii că muzeele sunt un mijloc important de schimb cultural, de îmbogățire a culturilor și de dezvoltare a înțelegerii reciproce, de cooperare și pace între popoare.
În fiecare an, la 18 mai, istoria, știința și arta sunt celebrate în toată lumea, prin programe speciale.
Sânzienele Night
Sânzienele are fabulous beings originating from Daco-Roman mythology, still found today in Moldovan folklore, often described as having an alluring, almost hypnotic beauty. The event is dedicated to celebrating Sânzienele wine from Castel Mimi.
Gagauz National Museum of History and Ethnography
The Gagauz National Museum of History and Ethnography presents unique exhibits of Gagauz national costume, traditional women’s jewelry, work tools, household items and ethnography of Gagauz peasants from the 19th century. You will also learn about the traditions and customs of the Gagauz people and get acquainted with their wedding customs. In fact, the Gagauz are the only Christian Orthodox people of Turkish origin.
Hederlez
The holiday of horse racing and popular games Hederlez is the holiday that, according to the Gagauz tradition, marks the start of the New Year for raising cattle. That is why there is a real festival of horse racing, popular games and exhibitions of popular craftsmen from Gagauzia in Ceadir-Lunga on this day. Moreover, on Hederlez day, the largest horse exhibition in the country takes place at the “At Prolin” horse farm, where you will have the opportunity to see the elegant representatives of the Orlov breed. These and many other activities beautifully framed in the gagauz traditions await you at the Hederlez.
Gagauz Șarap Yortusu
Did you know that the main symbol of the Gagauzia Wine Festival is the Gagauz wooden flask? History says that throughout history this people respected the tradition of not tasting young wine until the national holiday “Kasim”, celebrated on November 8. Therefore, every year, on the first Sunday of the month of Brumar (November), wine producers celebrate their liquors in the largest event of the region. These and many other subtleties of Gagauz customs can be found here. Don’t miss the opportunity!