The Vyshyvanka Day celebration has become a good, valuable, and integral tradition among modern Ukrainians. So, every third Thursday of May, everyone who wants to participate in the festive events or demonstrate their...
The time-honored tradition of bread and salt in Ukrainian society
Most countries have their unique customs related to hospitality. For example, Ukraine has a welcoming tradition called “Bread and salt.” Shared with other countries and nations, including different Slavic, Nordic, and Middle Eastern cultures, it...
How to prepare for Ukrainian Easter
Easter is an eagerly awaited holiday for Orthodox Ukrainians. Preparation for it takes weeks and includes several important stages. Find out when and how Easter is celebrated in Ukraine, and how to prepare for it.
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For Ukrainians, Easter is a great national and family holiday. It means meeting with relatives and friends at the family table and enjoying paska (babka) and krashanky. During pre-holiday preparations, you have time to do a...
Ancient Ukrainian rituals related to Easter eggs
The Easter egg is an essential attribute of the celebration of Orthodox Easter in Ukraine. Many Ukrainians use the dyeing technique: this is an easy and relatively quick way to decorate eggs for a...