See the Intricate Costumes of Bulgaria’s Kukeri Dancers | National Geographic

Around early winter or midwinter, groups of kukeri (pronounced KOO-kuh-ree) don elaborate costumes—complete with fantastical masks and belts of massive metal bells—and accompany musicians throughout the village, dancing rhythmically to drive away evil and invite good. ➡ Subscribe: https://on.natgeo.com/4p5A0D6 About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: https://nationalgeographic.com Instagram:   / natgeo   Facebook:   / natgeo   Threads: https://threads.com/@natgeo X: https://x.com/NatGeo LinkedIn:   / national-geographic   TikTok:   / natgeo   Reddit:   / nationalgeographic   Pinterest:   / natgeo   For more information, read "Surreal Pictures Show Bulgaria’s Masked Dancers Warding Off Evil Spirits." https://www.nationalgeographic.com/tr... See the Intricate Costumes of Bulgaria’s Kukeri Dancers | National Geographic    • See the Intricate Costumes of Bulgaria’s K...   National Geographic    / natgeo