Easter around the World

Easter holds deep spiritual and cultural significance for millions of people around the world. Primarily celebrated by Christians, it serves as a reminder of hope, renewal, and the transformative power of faith. In addition to its religious significance, Easter has also become intertwined with various cultural traditions and customs around the world. Painting and decorating of Easter eggs, the Easter bunny delivering baskets of candy and treats to children, and the preparation of special Easter feasts. It's a joyous occasion for families and communities to celebrate.

Easter is celebrated in different ways around the world. Here are some examples: Sweden: Children parade in old clothes to represent Easter witches and exchange artwork for sweets Haiti: Easter celebrations reflect a fusion of traditional Voodoo and Christian beliefs France: The Giant Omlette Festival Poland: Śmigus-dyngus celebrations involve throwing water at each other Czech Republic: Easter whip Spain: Death Dance Italy: A 350-year-old Easter ritual continues to this day in Florence Bermuda: Kites are made of colorful paper Jamaica: Cracked eggs predict the future