A big bonfire and a torchlight procession under the sounds of drums during the Kukeri Festival in Bulgaria - 4K Stockvideo

The village of Gabrovdol, Pernik region, Bulgaria; A big bonfire and a torchlight procession under the sounds of drums during the Kukeri Festival in Bulgaria. 13 January 2018; Kukeri are elaborately costumed Bulgarian men who perform traditional rituals intended to scare away evil spirits. The dramatic huge masks and costumes reflect an ancient nature tradition honoring the cycles of life, death and rebirth. The revelers put much care into their nightmarish costumes and can be found carrying flaming torches throughout the streets.