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Malanka is a Ukrainian folk holiday celebrated on January 13th, which is New Year’s Eve in accordance with the Julian calendar. Malanka commemorates the feast day of St. Melania. On this night in Ukraine, carolers traditionally went from house to house playing pranks or acting out a small play (similar to “Vertep”), with a bachelor …

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From time immemorial people celebrated different events. As time went on, there were more and more holidays; the festivities became surrounded by certain traditions and rituals that characterized a specific event.

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Christians love to put up a Christmas tree before the 25th of December. Many think of it as traditional. Depending on how narrow minded one is, the tradition is either not very old, or rather older than one imagines. The Christmas tree has a history. It was promoted, demoted, forbidden and it developed to its modern form through many stages. Some of its Christian symbolism has even been completely lost. Evergreen plants have held a special attraction for humans from times immemorial. Staying…

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I shared this lovely healthy Uzvar recipe with my Gather patrons last year, but I’m sharing it tonight in honor of Ukrainian Christmas and my beloved mother-in-law Rosie who passed away late Novemb…

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If you want to get into a real Christmas tale, feel the warmth and joy of the people that welcome you to Lviv. I assure you - you have never seen such a Christmas spirit and kindness before. After all, the people of Lviv especially cherish the traditions, and from the day of St. Nicholas, until Christmas, the city turns into a true fairytale with many interesting attractions and events. So, dress warmly, make a big cup of hot milk, and enjoy the magic of Christmas holidays in Lviv.

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