Csíksomlyó Pilgrimage 2025: A River of Faith and Tradition

Csíksomlyó Pilgrimage: A Sea of Szekely Costumes and Faith The annual Csíksomlyó pilgrimage in Romania drew thousands of participants this year, creating a spectacular display of faith and tradition. The event, held on June 1st, 2025, saw a massive procession of people in vibrant Szekely folk costumes making their way up the hillside towards the main celebration. The atmosphere was electric, filled with the sounds of singing and the energy of the large crowd. "It was truly an unforgettable experience," said one participant, Maria Kovacs, who traveled from Marosvásárhely to attend. "The sense of community and shared faith was overwhelming." The procession itself was a sight to behold, a river of white and red flowing up the hill. The diversity of ages and backgrounds among the pilgrims highlighted the broad appeal of the event. The pilgrimage concluded with a large open-air mass, attended by tens of thousands of people. The event serves as a powerful symbol of cultural identity and religious devotion for the Szekely people and the wider Hungarian community in Transylvania.