A flask (Bulgarian: бъклица) is a round wooden vessel. Flasks can be beautifully carved or decorated with paint or hand engraved with a pyrograph. Baklitsa is actively used in the largest Bulgarian celebrations of births, christenings, and weddings.
In Bulgarian customs, the flask is of great importance. It is a symbol of hospitality and well-being, which is reflected in the special invitations sent to guests.
The flask is an integral part of many ceremonies and rituals in Bulgarian culture. At christenings, coins are thrown into the river from a flask as a symbol of prosperity and happiness for the baby. At weddings, it is a symbol of prosperity and wealth, and is often used to pour cognac or wine to guests. At traditional winter celebrations, wine is poured into the flask.
