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Rekawka is a yearly event in my home town. The name comes from "rakev" which meant "grave". It is called so, because the festivities take place at the feet of an ancient sepulchre, popularly known as the barrow of the mythical king Krak, the founder of the city. Krak/Krok is, in fact, an important figure in Slavic mythology. Czechs and Pomeranians have their kings Kroks/Kraks too. For some years now, a small early medieval market has been held there. It's organized by a local cultural centre and by Druzyna Wojow Wislanskich "Krak" [link]

The event always takes place on the Tuesday following Easter. It is believed to be a festival dedicated to the God Yarovit. Colored eggs are rolled down the slopes of the Barrow (they are collected by children who take them home as their lucky charms ;) ), the world creation myth is recreated by the warriors of "Krak" (I'm always late for that part since it is in the morning), the image of Winter - Marzanna is burnt, warriors fight, craftsmen and women present and sell many things. You can also visit a knowing woman who can tell your future and purify you from all evil.

I wish I took more photos... I was so distracted I almost forgot I had my camera about me. That's what happens when 2/3 of your many friends and acquaintances are suddenly found in one place!

Here's Ziemowit on the pony again. The pony is Huculian - that's a breed of mountain horse that comes from an area somewhat between Poland, Ukraine, and Slovakia. Like all ponies, they are very cute but more resilient than other horses.
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470x626px 34.68 KB
Make
PENTAX Corporation
Model
PENTAX Optio MX
Shutter Speed
1/250 second
Aperture
F/7.3
Focal Length
15 mm
ISO Speed
100
Date Taken
Mar 29, 2005, 4:40:11 PM
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