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Hip Guide to Romania

Romania is an ancient land in Central Europe with a coastline on the Black Sea. Traveling in Romania is an experience in culture and natural beauty. From the many seaside resorts on the Black Sea to the castles of Transylvania, the country of Romania is a great tourist destination.

Whether you come for a quick visit or extended tour, you will find a wealth of information about destinations here. The Hip Guide to Romania offers the highlights of the country, and contains many tips for making your stay here more rewarding.

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Romania Public Holidays 2012 - 2015

From the Government of Romania:

 

Public Holidays
January 1 and 2: New Year
Monday following Orthodox Easter: March, April or early May (date varies)
May 1: Labor Day
Rusaliile: (Christian Orthodox Religious Holiday - celebrated 50 days after Easter)
August 15: Saint Mary's Day
December 1: National Day
December 25-26: Christmas

Dates of the Orthodox Easter (public holiday):
2012 - April 15 and 16
2013 - May 5 and 6
2014 - April 20 and 21
2015 - April 12 and 13

Dates of Rusaliile (public holiday):
2012 - June 3 and 4
2013 - June 23 and 24
2014 - June 8 and 9
2015 - May 31 and June 1

Several religious holidays including feasts of St. John (January 7), St. George (April 23), Sts. Peter & Paul (June 29), St. Mary (August 15), St. Michael (November 8) and St. Nicholas (December 6) are observed throughout the year in rural areas.
It is customary for Romanians all over the country to celebrate their Saint's Name Day (Ziua Onomastica).
Ethnic minorities celebrate their own holidays.