Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Easter Celebrations 2011

Easter is perhaps the biggest festival among the Christians. This is celebrated in a grand away throughout the world. The underlying belief is that Jesus Christ was reborn on this day from the dead. This resurrection of God Jesus Christ lifted mankind from its fallen position. Every year, the day is celebrated in a big way and holiday is observed in many parts of the world. For the Christians, Easter holidays are special days for spiritual services and family reunion. Family members staying in different parts of the world gather together during these holidays. A notable feature of this festive occasion is Easter eggs which indicate new life. It is likely that Easter 2011 Holidays will also be celebrated with equal enthusiasm and zeal.

Easter Celebration Around the World 
Easter is indeed celebrated in a big way throughout the world. The festival marks not only the resurrection of the holy Jesus Christ but also the beginning of the spring season. In some parts of the world, the occasion is celebrated in a traditional way. In many European countries, bonfires on the churches and hilltops are arranged on the eve of Easter. In fact, these bonfires are arranged to welcome the spring season. The most important symbols of Easter are eggs and rabbit. Easter celebrations around the world take various forms. But, the underlying theme remains the same—the day marks the resurrection of the holy Christ from the dead.

Easter Traditions Around the World
Easter eggs, Easter bunny, Pre-Lent Carnivals, Easter Tree, and Easter Fire are part of the Easter traditions around the world. It is one of the most important festivities in the Christian calendar.

Famous Easter Traditions 

 Australia   Easter celebrations in Australia begin with Shrove Tuesday and ends with Pentecost or Whitsun on Easter Sunday, which falls 50 days after Easter Sunday. Bunny and Eggs form an integral part of the Easter traditions in Australia.

 Spain Easter celebrations in Spain continue for a week. This Holy Week is known as Semana Santa. The week begins on Palm Sunday (Domongo de Ramos) and ends on Easter Monday (Lunes de Pascua).

Germany Easter Tree and Easter Fire are popular Easter traditions observed in Germany. Brightly colored hollow eggs are hung from branches of trees in several places. Easter Fire is another significant event that takes place here.


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