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Nestinari fire dancing

Living tradition·Strandzha

Barefoot on embers

About Nestinari fire dancing

Nestinarstvo, the fire dancing of the Strandzha villages, is performed on the feast of Saints Constantine and Helena in early June; it is inscribed by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage. Fire-dancing shows for visitors also take place in some resorts in summer.

Why it's on our list

  • UNESCO intangible heritage
  • Early June
  • Strandzha villages

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Nestinari fire dancing before you go.

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