# traditions

Traditions and Easter signs, how not to spoil the holiday?

Today, Orthodox Christians celebrate one of the most important and brightest holidays in the year - Easter, or the Resurrection of the Lord. It's not just a religious holiday, but a deep ...

When celebrating the Father's Day in Ukraine 2025 and how to congratulate Daddy

Father's Day is a special holiday when we are grateful to those who support, protect and inspire. In the conditions of war, this day is of particular importance, ...

What is celebrated on February 16

February 16 is an important day in the Ukrainian calendar, which is marked by a number of events and customs related to both church holidays and popular beliefs. Today...

Lost your wallet in Tokyo? Chances of return — 70%

In Japan's capital, losing something is not a tragedy, but rather the beginning of the journey of your belongings back to you. Thanks to the diligent work of the police and centuries-old...

Chinese New Year 2024: date, duration and traditions of celebration

Modern China celebrates the New Year twice: according to the world calendar from December 31 to January 1 and according to its own traditions. Celebration of Chinese New Year -...

Unique traditions of the New Year in Europe: an overview of the most interesting rituals in different countries

New Year's Eve in Europe is not only a change in the calendar year, but also the charming traditions that cross out the unique color of each country. Let's start with the northern ...

A generous evening is a tradition recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of Ukraine

On the eve of the New Year, the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine included "Traditions of the Generous Evening in Ukraine" in the National List of Elements of the Country's Intangible Cultural Heritage. It...

The Art of Giving: The Origins of the Tradition and the Psychological Aspects of Gift Spending

Gifts under the Christmas tree are not only the traditional part of the holiday season, but also an important component of human life that has deep roots and causes a "warm glow" ...

"Schedryk": a Ukrainian carol that conquered the world

Christmas is a time when hearts are filled with warmth and homes are filled with the aroma of pine needles and delicious food. However, what makes this festive season even more…

Ukrainian kutia for Christmas Eve - a step-by-step recipe

It is a traditional dish that should be in every house for Christmas. Christmas is one of the main Christian holidays that is traditionally celebrated in the family. Traditionally,...

UGCC and the issue of the Blessing of same-sex couples

Following the Vatican's statement for permission, the priests to bless same-sex couples, the head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC) His Beatitude Metropolitan Svyatoslav expressed the position of the UGCC on this issue. Metropolitan Svyatoslav ...

The forgotten Christmas tradition of Princes William and Harry

The annual charity football match that brought together Princes William and Harry at Christmas came to an abrupt end in 2016, leaving royal fans wondering what...

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