How do Russians celebrate Orthodox Easter and how is it different from Catholic Easter? (VIDEO)

APR 05, 2018

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Orthodox Easter is one of the most ancient Russian festivals, having Pagan roots. It survived the Soviet period and is celebrated by most Russians, be they religious or not.

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