WHAT IS MASLENITSA AND HOW IS IT CELEBRATED?

Аннотация

Maslenitsa is one of the most religious and folk holidays in the Russian nation. Many people await the coming of Maslenitsa with trepidation. The traditions of celebrating go deep into history. In the olden days, this holiday was celebrated on a grand scale, with chants, dances, and competitions. Maslenitsa is one of the favourite holidays in Russian culture. From time immemorial, Maslenitsa has been celebrated on a grand scale, which is why it got its name, 'Wide Maslenitsa'. People said that at this time, you need to eat as many times as a dog wags its tail or as many times as a crow crows. Unlike other holidays, on Maslenitsa, people not only indulge in gluttony at home or in the family but also often go visit and invite guests to their place.

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