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Traditions for easter in different countries
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GREECE
In Greece, Easter is called Easter Flowers and is celebrated in late April or early May. On this day, Greeks decorate churches and houses with flowers and spend the whole day outdoors, where they enjoy traditional dishes such as baklava and kokori. One of the main ceremonies in Greece is "dyeing" - smearing eggs with paints and colliding the eggs with each other to determine the winner.
ITALY
In Italy, Easter is the main religious holiday. Many church services are held on this day, including a papal blessing in St. Peter's Square in Rome. For Easter, Italians prepare a traditional dish called Agnello Pasquale, roast lamb that symbolizes the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
UKRAINE
In Ukraine, Easter, or Great Day, is one of the main religious holidays. It is celebrated for a whole week, starting with Palm Sunday. On this day, people decorate houses with willow branches and arrange processions, as well as bake special Easter breads - paska. For Easter, krashanki are prepared - eggs painted in various patterns and decorations. The tradition of giving gifts and Easter baskets is also popular.
AUSTRALIA
In Australia, Easter is traditionally celebrated in late March or early April. On this day, people have picnics where they cook barbecues and treat themselves to chocolate eggs. Various parades and festivals are held in the cities, as well as searches for Easter eggs for children.
GERMANY
In Germany, Easter, or Ostern, is one of the most popular holidays. It is celebrated on the Sunday after the first spring moon. On this day, people decorate their houses with various decorations - Easter bunnies, chickens and flowers. A traditional Easter dish is an egg pie, which is cooked with various fillings.
UK
In England, Easter is celebrated on the last Sunday in April. Traditionally, Easter egg hunts are organized on this day, as well as various games and competitions. For Easter, lamb dishes are prepared, as well as a traditional pie - Sambur pie.
USA
In the US, Easter is often celebrated with family and friends. On this day, children look for Easter eggs that were hidden throughout the house or garden, and also receive gifts in the form of sweets and toys. It is also a common tradition to give Easter baskets, which may contain eggs, sweets, and other gifts.
CANADA
Traditionally, eggs are dyed and decorated with various designs, colors and patterns. In some parts of Canada, people make Easter eggs out of chocolate.
In Canada, as in other countries, the Easter Bunny is a symbol of the holiday. People search for eggs and candies left by the Easter Bunny. Many families get together to celebrate Easter and spend time at a festive dinner.

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