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13 - 14 January 2017 |
Ritual «Christmas carols kings» (13-14 January 2017)In the Christmas Eve from January 13th to January 14th the villagers of Semezhevo in Kopyl district traditionally invite everyone to hold an ancient rite «Christmas carols kings».The rite originated in the XVIII century, when near the village were a part of the Russian army. The soldiers went from home to home and arranged presentations for their local residents give a treat them. Semezhevo villagers adopted tradition by adding a Belarusian coloring and passed down from generation to generation. In 2009, a ceremony was included in the List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of UNESCO. The program of events includes Christmas fair: Christmas merrymaking, performances by folk ensembles, fortune telling, sports attractions, exhibition and sale of souvenirs, tasting of traditional cuisine. Guests can also visit the weaving center which has created a unique exhibition, consisting of samples of so-called laying weaving. Location: Minsk region, Kopyl district, Semezhevo village. |
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