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Pysanky: The art of Ukrainian Easter eggs

| February 16, 2012 | 2 Comments
Pysanky: The art of Ukrainian Easter eggs

Pysanky is one of the oldest and most cherished traditions associated with Easter in Ukraine. Originating as a pagan ritual, the people in the region once believed that great powers were embodied in the egg. While these beliefs may have changed over the years, pysanky still holds great meaning and is a widely popular custom for [...]

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