Victory Day - It is one of the biggest and most spectacular holidays in Russia. On the 9th of May people celebrate the Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The attribute of this holiday is the St. George ribbon, which is tied to clothes. Every year people watch a huge military parade on Red Square in Moscow., Day of Russia - On the 12th of June we celebrate this holiday. It marks the establishment of the present-day Russian Federation, manifests the new nation building principles of independence and freedom. To be honest people in Russia do not celebrate this holiday too much, they just appreciate an extra day off., Maslenitsa (pancake week) - This holiday symbolizes the beginning of spring and is currently popular among the Christian population. The celebration takes place at the end of February or at the beginning of March. People cook crepes with lots of different filling: caviar, condensed milk, cottage cheese and meat., Defender of Fatherland Day - It is celebrated on the 23rd of February. This holiday is dedicated to men who fought for the Russian land during the wars, especially during World War II and also all the men connected with service in Russian Army., New Year - Celebration begins on New Year's Eve, on the 31st of December. Most people start celebrating it in the evening and finish early in the morning. It is considered to be a family holiday, when people spend time with their beloved ones. People decorate a Christmas tree, light a fire in the fireplace, hang stockings for gifts and watch fireworks. One of the customs for New Year in Russia is the Olivier salad., Spring and Labour Day - In Russia it is celebrated on the 1st of May. It’s a celebration of labourers and the working classes. The streets are usually decorated with red flags and balloons. This holiday is a good opportunity to go outside, enjoy the spring, and meet friends or even take a short vacation., Knowledge Day - On this day people celebrate the first day of the academic year, when students and teachers return to school. Pupils and students dress in nice clothes and give flowers to their teachers., International Women's Day - It is celebrated on the 8th of March. Originally, it commemorates women's fight for equality and the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. But today it is more a celebration of spring and beauty. Women are congratulated at home and on the streets, concerts and festivals are organized in parks and squares and many stores offer great discounts. They get lots of flowers, chocolate and presents., Easter - Easter is the day of the resurrection of Christ. On this day people bake cakes, colour and decorate eggs in different ways. In Russia there is a tradition of egg fights, known as “egg tapping“ or “egg knocking”, that brings families together around the table., Valentine's Day - It is a popular day for lovers which is celebrated on the 14th of February. Chocolates and flowers are the most common gifts, as well as heart-shaped presents and cards.,

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