An old tradition of the eastern city of Korça that marks the arrival of spring season was celebrated with a number of different activities. “Summer Day” was celebrated with great fires signifying the end of the cold days. Hundreds of citizens enlivened the atmosphere in every neighborhood, celebrating through flames the winter’s departure.

A special activity was organized by the City Hall in Korça’s Old Bazaar with the opening of spring’s fair. March 14 will mark the celebrations apex when citizens will spend the night out in the streets waiting for the sun to rise.

Differently from other cities that celebrate this day on March 14 in Korca Summer Day is celebrated on March 1 as part of an ancient tradition.