World Easter

Easter Around the World

Easter is one of the most important festivals in the Christian calendar, celebrated throughout the world with great pomp and show. There are a few things, such as the Easter eggs, bunnies and chocolates that are common to Easter celebrations all over the world. Yet, we can see a glimpse of local traditions during the Easter festival in different parts of the world. Right from north to south and east to west, we find a tinge of local flavor in Easter celebrations in various countries across the world. In our write up about Easter celebrations around the globe, we have covered some really interesting and fascinating activities of the Easter occasion in the US, Australia, Europe, Mexico and other nations.

Easter in England:   Easter in England is celebrated through the exchange of Easter Eggs and other gifts like clothes, chocolates or holidays packages. Easter bonnets or baskets are also made that have fillings like daffodils in them.

Easter in Germany:  In Germany, Easter is known by the name of Ostern. Easter holidays for children last for about three weeks. Good Friday, Easter Saturday and Easter Sunday are the days when people do not work at all. 

Easter in Australia:  Australia is the land of people that belongs to a number of countries. Different people have brought in different traditions with them, due to which, Easter celebrations take place in a variety of ways.

Easter in Mexico:  Semana Santa and Pascua (two separate observances) form a part of Easter celebrations in Mexico. Semana Santa stands for the entire Holy Week, from Palm Sunday to Easter Saturday, whereas the Pascua is the observance of the period from the Resurrection Sunday to the following Saturday.

Easter in Brazil:  In Brazil, Easter festivity is held with much grandeur and splendor. Unlike most of the other countries, Brazil has its Easter celebrations taking place in the autumn season, due to its geographical location. 

Easter in France:  The historic country of France celebrates Easter with a lot of enthusiasm and zeal. Known as Paques in French, Easter is one of the major festivals in the country.

Easter in Italy:  Dominated by the Christian faith, Italy celebrates Easter with great fanfare and vigor. Known as 'Pasqua' in Italian, Easter makes the entire country have fun with games and concerts. 

Easter in Norway:  In Norway, the Eastertide starts early i.e. a day before the commencement of the Lent season. This day is known as 'Vastelavent' or 'Schrovetide'. It is from this day that Norwegians start celebrating the upcoming festive occasion, spring season and a new working year. 

Easter in Poland:  Poland is known all over the world for its faith in Orthodox Christianity. Hence, the country celebrates Easter in a very conventional style, mainly adhering to the traditional ways. 

Easter in Spain: Easter is regarded as the most important festival in Spain. Known as 'Semana Santa' in Spanish, it is an occasion of celebration and merriment. The celebrations start with 'Domingo de Ramos', or Palm Sunday, and finish with 'Lunes de Pascua', or Easter Monday.

Easter in Sweden:  In Sweden, Easter is more than just a festival. It is religious occasion that is celebrated with great splendor and glory. The grandeur of the festival is seen from the fact that a week before Easter, the entire country revels in the Eastertide festivities and shops are gaily decorated in festive symbols. 

Easter in Switzerland:  Easter calls for a time to celebrate and rejoice the resurrection of Jesus, in all the parts of the world. When it comes to Easter celebrations, Switzerland is not far behind.

Easter in New Zealand:   Easter celebrations in New Zealand have become more secular over the years as the festival is more about chocolate eggs and bunny rabbits. People assume the holiday to be a lovely long weekend. 

Easter in the Netherlands:  Known as Pass Zondag in Dutch, Easter is associated with special meals in the Netherlands. The cross forms the main symbol of Easter that is decorated with flowers or young leaves. 

Easter in Denmark:  Known as Paske in Danish, Easter is the most important festival in the Scandinavian region of Denmark. It is celebrated with colorful traditions that form a part of the national heritage of Denmark. 

Easter in Hungary:  The springtime festival of Easter is celebrated with folk traditions in Hungary. The Easter eggs are considered to be more of a decorative item as part of the Hungary Easter traditions. 

Easter in Israel:   Thousands of pilgrims and tourists travel from across the world to Israel to celebrate the holy festival of Easter in the Holy Land of Jerusalem. Holy fire lights and candles symbolize the resurrection of Jesus Christ here.

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