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Blagoevgrad, the Presentation of Mary Temple – the traditional Fire Cross put up on the Day of St. Haralambos, patron of beekeepers. Tables arranged in the form of the cross are covered by jars of honey, which producers bring to the temple to be sanctified. Each jar has a burning candle tied to it.  Photo: BGNES


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