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ProjectProject « «Russian Russian winter festivals winter festivals

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The day of Russian Constitution

• The day of Russian Constitution is a national holiday

• It was introdused in December, 12th, 1993

• This date is associated with human rights and duties

• It includes a concert in the Kremlin Palace and a speech of Russian President

The New Year day• The 31st of December is

the eve of New Year• This festival was

introdused by Peter the Great in 1700

• New Year is celebrated by many people in Russia

• It includes a party with a tasty dinner, the President` s New year speech and watching TV programs

• The main heroes of this festival are Grandfather Frost and Snow Maiden

Christmas day • Christmas day is

celebrated on the 7th of January

• It is the main religious holiday for Christians in Russia

• On this day Russian people sing Christmas songs and give presents to each other

• Many children make their own Christmas postcards

Shrovetide

• It is one of the ancient festivals of Russia

• It is celebrated in the beginning of March

• It is connected with many traditions: - to have a carnival;

- to make pancakes;

- ride a troika and to play snow balls

It is one of the most favourite winter festival in Russia

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