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“I’ll pay you on Tuesday!”

“I’ll pay you on Tuesday!”

By on May 21, 2011 in Culture, Traditions

Wimpy must have been a Macedonian. Among the many superstitions that have been observed in Macedonian society, one that is still deeply ingrained among the people is not paying bills on Monday.

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Fur Making

Fur Making

By on March 12, 2011 in Culture, Traditions

In this entry of forgotten arts of the Old Bazaar, we present you with an art often related to opulence, that is to say, the art of fur making.

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Mekici

Mekici

By on October 5, 2010 in Culture, Customs, Traditions

When a child is born in Macedonia, the good news is celebrated with close family and friends one or two days after the birth. This is traditionally called “mekici.”

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