
The Significance Of Easter Celebrations
This Christian holiday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The date of celebration varies from March to April, depending on the date of the Match equinox. Christians worldwide gather for this major holiday for the religion to feast, atten...
14 Of The Most Interesting Easter Traditions Around The World
Children in the US grow up expecting a delivery of decorated eggs and candy from the Easter bunny each year, but that tradition may seem odd to some. Brought to this country by German immigrants in the 1700s, the practice is rooted in the belief t...
What Do Easter Eggs Symbolise?
Brightly decorated eggs, Easter egg rolling and Easter egg hunts have become integral to the celebration of Easter today. However, the tradition of painting hard boiled eggs during spring pre-dates Christianity. In many cultures around the world,...
Why Do We Have Easter Egg Hunts?
Even if you don't celebrate Easter, chances are you're familiar with its modern-day traditions. Scrambling through the grass for brightly coloured hard boiled eggs is one of the most popular Easter traditions out there, but why do we have Easter e...
The Story Behind New York's Easter Parade
Although the Easter Parade of New York City has lost much of its viewership, it is still a big draw for participants and fans of extravagant Easter bonnets. New Yorkers wanting to avoid the crowds of the Big Apple have a festive alternative on Lon...
The Story Behind The Easter Bunny
You won’t find them in the Bible, but many cherished Easter traditions have been around for centuries. The most prominent secular symbol of the Christian holiday, the Easter bunny reportedly was introduced to America by the German immigrants who b...
A History Of Hot Cross Buns
In many historically Christian countries, the buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday, with the cross standing as a symbol of the crucifixion. They are believed by some to pre-date Christianity, although the first recorded use of the term 'hot...
The Meanings Behind Easter Eats
This Sunday, Christian families across the world will gather together. Children will search for eggs containing chocolate eggs hidden by a rabbit with a basket, adults will nibble on hot cross buns, and all will come together for a meal of ham or ...