Christmas in Russia

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 * Christmas in Russia
 * Christmas in Russia

History
Russian Christmas used to be very much like the UK, or America. They would decorate Christmas Trees, have feasts, e.t.c.

However, during the communist era these were suppressed, and it's had an everlasting impact since.

Traditions
Russians still enjoy many traditions even after the Communist era. Like feasts, decorating Christmas trees, and so on.

Mascots
St. Nicholas is Russia's Christmas mascot. He serves exactly the same role as any other Christmas mascot like Santa.

Food
Russians always have a (meatless) Christmas dinner on Christmas eve. The most important ingredient is a special porridge called kutya. It is made of wheat berries or other grains which symbolize hope and immortality, and honey and poppy seeds which ensure happiness, success, and untroubled rest.
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