Easter

EasterA significant part of the population of Brazil are Catholics, for whom the largest and most revered religious holiday is Easter.

A few centuries ago, German emigrants brought Easter traditions to Brazil. About Coelhinho da Páscoa - Easter rabbit and os ovos coloridos - colorful eggs.

On the bright day of Easter, traditional festive services are held in churches.

In Brazil, for Easter, chocolate eggs wrapped in shiny festive packaging with a toy inside are given. They appear on sale immediately after the start of the post. The festive table is decorated with a sweet, stuffed with small pieces of fruit with a kulich, which resembles a cross in shape. It is better to take care of these purchases in advance, since it is almost impossible to purchase them on the eve of the Holy Resurrection.