In our time. Ukrainians are used to decorating houses with various garlands, toys, and, of course, a Christmas tree (it can be artificial, in the trend of eco-friendly movements. or live). However, whatever one may say, the Christmas tree is not a true Ukrainian symbol of Christmas and New Year celebrations.
Traditional Ukrainian home decorations for Christmas and New Year
New Year celebrations in Ukraine
Today, Ukrainians celebrate the New Year on the night of December 31 to January 1. However, this was not always like that: depending on the events, the dates changed, and even the seasons of celebration. So let’s make a short historical overview and...