St Andrew Church, Ukraine

On this day, people avoid doing hard physical work and lay the table to spend the day with loved ones. On this holiday, it is also customary to please the “Dvorovoi”, a spirit who is responsible for the courtyard and domestic order. To do this, one needs to leave it a glass of milk and a treat. Many of those who observe this ritual today note that by the morning the amount of milk in the glass is significantly reduced, which is a good sign.
Some of the most splendid celebrations and interesting entertainment are traditionally held in Kyiv on the days of Maslenitsa (Butter Week). The main symbol of this holiday is pancakes, which embody the sun and the long-awaited advent of spring. A large part of Maslenitsa's entertainment programs takes place in the open air.

Gastronomic festivals are organized on the squares, artists and musicians wearing beautiful national costumes perform on the streets, and the main final stage is the burning of Lady Maslenitsa. Besides public festivities, it is customary to observe some spiritual traditions on this day. On a holiday, people ask for forgiveness from loved ones, as well as clean away all bad thoughts.
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