Maslenitsa celebrated in Belarus with burning effigies and pancakes

Maslenitsa traditions are being revived in the Mogilev Region. Since ancient times, Belarusians bake pancakes that are viewed as a symbol of the holiday, visit their relatives and friends, play funny games, sing and dance during the Maslenitsa week. Celebrations close with burning of an effigy and meeting of spring.

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