Hi all. This is my entry for the "Traditions" contest.

On the 6th of January, Bulgarians celebrate Jordan Day. It is an eastern orthodox custom. The priest throws a wooden cross in the icy waters of the river where young men jump in and hurry to take it out. It is believed that the one who manages to reach it first will be blessed with good health and fortune.
This particular year the temperatures were quite high for the season but I still wouldn't jump 😀