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Cobilea village which is placed in Soldanesti are located in the steppes of Soroca, in northeastern part of Moldova. It is known for its historical and cultural monuments, but the most impressive of all is the oak tree, also called Oak of Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great), whose age is estimated to be 700 years. The oak is a protected historical monument, and its sizes are an impressive source of attraction for tourists and visitors to the Republic of Moldova.

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Autumn in Chisinau

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Chisinau: A View from Above

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The boarding-house “Butuceni” is situated in a picturesque place which enjoys your eyes with a wonderful landscape. It is a village with rocky hills and lovely green meadows and the river Reut which seems to be guarding the quietness and peace here. The village Butuceni that lodges you is situated 47 km north of Chisinau and 18 km from Orhei.

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Moldavian Recipes: Easter Bread

Before the easter Holidays in Moldova (April 20) there is the recipe for the basic component of all Easter meals.

Ingredients:

1 package active dry yeast or 1 cake compressed yeast 1 cup scalded milk 1/4 cup lukewarm water 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup softened butter or margarine 4 1/2 to 5 cups sifted enriched flour 2 eggs or 3 egg yolks 1/4 cup white raisins

Preparation:

Soften yeast in warm water. Combine milk, sugar, salt and butter; cool to lukewarm. Stir in 2 cups flour and eggs and mix well. Stir in softened yeast; add raisins and remaining flour to make soft dough. Let rest 10 minutes. Knead for 10 minutes on lightly floured board until smooth and elastic. Place in greased bowl turning around to grease the entire surface. Cover; let rise (1 1/2 hours) in warm place or until doubled in bulk. Punch down and let rise (1 hour or more). Divide dough into 2 balls. Cover and let rest 10 minutes. For Easter, make into 2 round loaves or make a braided loaf by cutting each ball of dough into three parts and braid. Put in loaf pan. Cover and let rise 1 hour. Just before putting into oven brush, with egg white. Bake in moderate oven at 350 degrees F for about 30 to 35 minutes or until done.

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Beautiful Places of Moldova: Naslavcea, Ocnita

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Moldavian Folklore: Spiriduş

A spiriduş in Moldavian and Romanian mythology represent a little creature that can be either good or evil and is very similar to the leprechauns. The name is a diminutive of "spirit" (with the meaning of "ghost" or“soul”). By its nature, Spiriduş can be compared to the protective spirit genius of Roman mythology, the dwarves in Nordic Kobold mythology , or the small the demon from the French Lutin family .

Their origin is supposed to come from the satyrs of ancient Athens and is related to belief in house spirits – a boundary between human civilization, wilderness and the supernatural world. Throughout history Spiriduş have been influenced by Christianity and emerged in folklore as an amalgam of beliefs on the resurrection of the dead theme.

Usually Spiriduş is born from an egg that was hatched in left armpit for a period of time and depending on the origin of egg it has the appearance of a chicken or a small snake, as well as of a small creature resembling a dwarf or a little monster. It is usually s kept in a bottle and it is strange creature that has to work and help his owner to obtain money or other goods. A sum of money or a gift handed by Spiriduş to another person will always return to the owner in a magical way.

Although the presence of Spiriduş is beneficial in most cases, there are legends where it may work against its owner. It can be also characterized like a little devil or a bizarre creature that brings all the evil in the world. Home Spiriduş, who carries out domestic work, act as it pleases when is not given an occupation and often bring household damage.

According to many other legends, especially on Moldavian territory Spiriduş, although is a servant of his owner and does good things for his master, is sent by the Devil, and after the owner’s death , his soul will belong to the devil.

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Sunset and Sunrise in Chisinau