The Easter quest for chocolate eggs is a sweet tradition
Easter is a traditional search for sweets in many countries. In France, Sunday morning begins with a game called La chasse aux oeufs de Pâques, or egg hunts. Children can look for hidden eggs in the garden or in the park together with their siblings, parents or friends. This is a form of spending Easter time that many children wait for all year long.
It is a tradition that in France church bells do not ring from Maundy Thursday until Easter Sunday. One of the legends says that these bells fly to Rome for blessing, and on their way back they scatter eggs in gardens and parks. In some regions of France, the Easter bunny hides eggs among the grass and bushes. A similar game of looking for chocolate eggs in the house or garden is also known in some parts of Poland. A family search for sweets with chocolate bunnies and eggs from Milka is a great way to make Easter time more attractive for the youngest.
photo shutterstock
Easter different than in Poland. Customs in Mexico and Finland
The variety of Easter customs is demonstrated, for example, by the Mexican tradition. Semana Santa is the most important event of the year. It brings together entire large-generation families on a joyful celebration, which often lasts for two weeks. This is a particularly important time for children, because the attractions and games that often take place on the beaches are created with them in mind. Easter in Mexico is also a time of numerous religious processions and performances.
In Finland, Easter has something to do with… witches. This unique version of the Easter tradition is also the most fun for the youngest. They tie their heads with colorful scarves and paint grandmother’s blushes on their cheeks. Dressed up children go from door to door to wish the inhabitants of the houses all the best. Those who visit their neighbors and loved ones are given a unique gift. Sometimes it’s a decorative Easter egg, and sometimes it’s .
photo.shutterstock
In Australia, the kangaroo’s cousin brings presents
In Australia, however, the theme of the Easter bunny is avoided. The animal, which is a symbol of Christmas in Europe, is considered a pest in the Antipodes. The inhabitants of this continent, however, have found a worthy “replacement” – for children gifts are brought by a big-eared rabbit. Like many animals in Australia, it is classified as a marsupial.
Beyond our western border
In Germany, one of the traditions is Osterbrunnen. In some cities, wells or fountains are decorated with Easter eggs, which are often given to children to paint. The prototype of this tradition is the Easter tradition of drawing water from the well, which took place in silence. This was to ensure health and purification of the body.
photo shutterstock
Eggs hidden in the house and Easter hat parade
The search for eggs hidden by the Easter bunny is also a well-known family tradition in the German town of Wiemar. It was initiated by a famous poet – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, and events for children have been organized there since the 18th century. Children go on a joint search in the city park, and they are often rewarded for their efforts
photo shutterstock
Source: Gazeta
Bruce is a talented author and journalist with a passion for entertainment . He currently works as a writer at the 247 News Agency, where he has established himself as a respected voice in the industry.
