Romania & Rep. of Moldova / Smelling

There are many similarities between Romanian and Moldovan cultures; they share the love of nature, folk music and cuisine. There is also basil, the aromatic herb normally associated with Italy, popular in both countries and the source of folklore and cultural identity in Romania and Moldova, where it is used for sprinkling holy water in the Orthodox Church. Around the world, in addition to its culinary uses, basil is also used in perfumes, soaps, shampoos and dental preparations. In Romania if a girl gives a sprig to her boyfriend, they are engaged.