Sheqerie Buqaj lays on her back as she receives a traditional face painting by Aziza Sefitagic, while presenting the traditional wedding of Bosnian women from Zhupa region, during the "Etno Fest" festival in the village of Kukaj. AFP
As part of the centuries old tradition, old ladies prepare young brides, painting their faces in many layers of colors while the golden circles symbolize the cycles of life. AFP
Today, this tradition is at the verge of extinction as only a 70 year-old Lady Aziza continues preparing young brides according to the tradition. AFP
Buqaj receives a traditional face painting. AFP
Sefitagic applies a face painting to a bride. AFP
Buqaj lays on her back as she receives a traditional face painting by Sefitagic. AFP
Buqaj stands after receiving a traditional face painting. AFP
Buqaj looks on after receiving a traditional face painting. AFP
