Romania Culture 101 in Photos - Photo Gallery of Romanian Culture
By Kerry Kubilius, About.com Guide
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Romanian Church Carving - Traditional Folk Art
Romanian Church Decoration
Florin Tirlea © 2007
Romanian churches, such as those in the region of Maramures in northern Romania, are richly carved in traditional folk motifs. The symbolism of designs may predate Christianity and may have been originally intended to ward off spirits and keep worshippers safe.
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