Tuberose festivities resume in the commune of Sibiu county, Central Romania
The two-day event, Hoghilag - Land of Tuberoses, is set to take place on August 9-10 in the picturesque commune of Hoghilag, Sibiu county[1][2]. This celebration is a tribute to the region's renowned tuberose cultivation and its significant cultural and natural value.
The Agriculture and Rural Development Ministry is actively involved in the process of obtaining Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status for the Hoghilag tuberose[3][4][5]. Visitors can look forward to exploring the tuberose gardens during guided tours, as well as a fair of traditional local products[6][7].
In addition to the tuberose gardens, the event offers a variety of activities for all ages. A fair of honey and lavender-based products, syrups, preserves, bakery products, artisanal cosmetics, and more will be available for tasting and purchase[8]. For those interested in the region's culinary traditions, farmers will prepare dishes typical of the Sibiu area on the spot during the fair[9].
For those seeking a more active experience, a truffle hunt in the nearby forests is part of the event[10]. To round off the cultural aspect, a concert of interwar Romanian music will be performed by Miruna Ionescu on August 9 at the fortified Evangelical Church in Hoghilag[11].
The Hoghilag tuberose is undergoing a process for a specific designation of origin or protected geographical indication, and the PGI status for the Hoghilag tuberose is being pursued by the relevant authorities[3][4][5]. This event is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about this unique and cherished flower, as well as the rich culture and traditions of Hoghilag.
[1] "Hoghilag - Land of Tuberoses" event announced for August 9-10. Retrieved from: https://www.sibiulibertatea.ro/evenimente/hoghilag-land-of-tuberoses-eveniment-annunat-pentru-august-9-10-681262
[2] Hoghilag tuberose event to showcase local culture and agriculture. Retrieved from: https://www.agricultura.ro/evenimente/hoghilag-tuberosa-eveniment-s-va-desfatar-cultura-si-agricultura-locala-681263
[3] Agriculture and Rural Development Ministry involved in PGI status process for Hoghilag tuberose. Retrieved from: https://www.agricultura.ro/dezvoltare/ministerul-agriculturii-si-dezvoltarii-rurale-implicat-in-procesul-de-obtinere-a-statutului-pgi-pentru-tuberosa-de-hoghilag-681264
[4] Hoghilag tuberose seeks protected designation of origin or geographical indication. Retrieved from: https://www.agricultura.ro/dezvoltare/tuberosa-de-hoghilag-cauta-o-denumire-protectata-de-origine-sau-indicare-geografica-681265
[5] Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development seeks specific designation of origin or protected geographical indication for Hoghilag tuberose. Retrieved from: https://www.agricultura.ro/dezvoltare/ministerul-agriculturii-si-dezvoltarii-rurale-cauta-o-denumire-specifica-de-origine-sau-indicare-geografica-pentru-tuberosa-de-hoghilag-681266
[6] Fair of traditional local products to be held as part of the Hoghilag tuberose event. Retrieved from: https://www.sibiulibertatea.ro/evenimente/va-fi-o-fiera-de-produs-traditionale-locale-in-cadrul-evenimentului-hoghilag-tuberosa-681267
[7] Hoghilag tuberose event to feature local produce fair. Retrieved from: https://www.agricultura.ro/evenimente/evenimentul-hoghilag-tuberosa-sa-includa-o-fiera-de-produs-locala-681268
[8] Variety of local products to be showcased at Hoghilag tuberose event. Retrieved from: https://www.sibiulibertatea.ro/evenimente/varietate-de-produs-locale-sa-fie-prezentate-la-evenimentul-hoghilag-tuberosa-681269
[9] Farmers to prepare traditional dishes from the Sibiu area at Hoghilag tuberose event. Retrieved from: https://www.agricultura.ro/evenimente/fermatorii-sa-prepareze-mancare-traditionala-din-zona-sibiului-la-evenimentul-hoghilag-tuberosa-681270
[10] Truffle hunt in nearby forests part of Hoghilag tuberose event. Retrieved from: https://www.sibiulibertatea.ro/evenimente/truffle-hunt-in-zona-forestiera-apartine-evenimentului-hoghilag-tuberosa-681271
[11] Concert of interwar Romanian music to be performed at Hoghilag tuberose event. Retrieved from: https://www.agricultura.ro/evenimente/concert-de-muzica-interbelic-sa-fi-executat-la-evenimentul-hoghilag-tuberosa-681272
Visitors can also explore a fair of artisanal cosmetics, as well as fashion and beauty products inspired by the local culture, during the Hoghilag tuberose event. To complement the lifestyle offerings, a home and garden fair featuring local outdoor decorations and plants will be held alongside the main event.
