Traditionally there are at least 12 different dishes on the table where Kutia is the first and the most important one.

Orthodox ChristmasĬhristmas celebration starts with the Holy Evening (aka Holy Supper) on Christmas Eve, 6 January. January 1 is a public holiday when most public institutions are closed and the celebrations are going on.

The most important guests who bring gift to children are Ded Moroz (similar to Santa Claus) and his granddaughter Snegurochka. This could be a calm family dinner, a fun party with friend or even celebration with thousands of strangers somewhere in a city park or city square. The major celebrations start around midnight. Before New Year Eve (December 31) Ukrainians decorate their houses and New Year trees (the equivalent of Christmas trees for most countries), buy gifts for family members, friends, and colleges, and cook some delicious festive meals. This is one of the favorite holidays in Ukraine. Although not all of them are state holidays with a day off it is still great time to forget about daily routines. In addition to state holidays and religious holidays Ukrainians like to celebrate name days, holidays dedicated to some professional activities and of course various personal occasions.īelow is the list of the most important holidays in Ukraine. They take every opportunity to enjoy and have fun, and every day can be observed as a holiday. Ukrainians cannot imagine their lives without holidays.

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