Ukrainians traditionally celebrate the New Year on the night of December 31 to January 1. However, it is also worth refer the Old New Year to popular winter holidays in Ukraine. It is celebrated on the night of January 13-14. This holiday is not celebrated as much as the traditional New Year. And not all Ukrainians attach great importance to this day. However, the Old New Year has an interesting history of celebration. How can New Year be Old? Let's look at a story that took place over 100 years ago. Until 1918, Ukraine lived...
7 festive movies to watch on Christmas
New Year and Christmas movies are a vital part of the celebration as a hearty family feast. They complement the atmosphere, gather the whole family in front of the TV screen, and can help make household chores more pleasant. Modern Ukrainians love to watch holiday movies, and domestic cinematography is trying to please them. We bring to your attention 7 atmospheric, colorful, and, most importantly, movies of the Ukrainian production about the New Year and Christmas. Strange Christmas (2006) The film is based on the famous play by American...
Christmas folk rituals in Ukraine
Mystery and magic surround the celebrations of Christmas and New Year in Ukraine. Therefore, it is expected that there are many beliefs and signs connected to these holidays. We encourage you to discover the most interesting of them. Christmas beliefs Since Christmas is a family holiday, all beliefs are mainly related to the family's history and lineage. According to the ancestors’ beliefs, deceased relatives' souls descend from heaven on Christmas Eve. They return to Earth for a short time to see how their loved ones live. Therefore, before sitting on...