Conversation 1 – Buying the Yule Log Nikola: Should we go to the market in the morning for the Yule log? Marko: Of course, it’s tradition. But we need to go early to find a nice oak log. Jelena: I really love this custom. I adore the smell of oak and straw in the house. Ana: Me too. It doesn’t matter if you know all the history; what matters is that we’re together. Nikola: I agree. Once we bring in the Yule log, the house feels warmer instantly. Marko: Then it’s settled—let’s

Conversation 1 – Badnjak and old trees Nikola: Did you know that the badnjak is not just a “piece of wood”, but an ancient symbol of life and light? Marko: Okay, but explain it to me logically: why oak in particular, and why do we burn it afterwards? Jelena: What I find interesting is that people still gather around the badnjak as if they’re renewing a covenant with each other. Nikola: Ever since the druids, they believed that a tree keeps the soul of a student, and the cuts

1. Where are we going this winter? Chiara: So, girls, where are we going for winter break this year? I'm tired of staying home. Sofia: I want to ski! Maybe in the Alps, in Italy? Giulia: And what if instead we go to the Balkans? I've heard there are beautiful mountains in Serbia. Chiara: Balkans? Interesting! But is it very different from Italy in winter? Sofia: Good question! Let's search online! 2. Italy vs. Balkans: What's the atmosphere like there? Giulia: So, I read that

Hello everyone, As a foreigner who has been living in Montenegro for several years, I would like to share my observations on how...