Any nation has its own traditions and customs, and Russian is no exception. For many centuries, the inhabitants of Russia existed quite apart from other countries, and the Orthodox Church served as the guardian of the traditions of Russia. This left an imprint on the formation of many customs, crafts, folk crafts and other things that are commonly called Russian culture today.
Sing it, friends
For a long time no holiday in Russia is complete without music. In the traditions of the people - round dances and ditties, dances and playing musical instruments that have existed over the past several centuries. According to the tradition of Russia, music accompanies a person from the moment of birth to the very last days, decorating anniversaries and weddings, table meetings and festivities.
By the way, the wedding traditions of Russia are no less interesting for the guests of the country than acquaintance with the sights or trips to museums. Once consisted of matchmaking, showmanship, weddings and a feast with pies, the modern ceremony of giving birth to a new family has become somewhat simpler, but has not lost its originality.
In memory of Russia
In any trip, tourists tend to buy memorable souvenirs that will be able to tell again and again about interesting places and people they met during the trip. The best traditions of Russia are embodied in handicrafts, each of which can become a unique gift to relatives or colleagues:
- White and blue earthenware ceramics, made by masters near Moscow, called gzhel.
- Painted metal trays from the village of Zhostovo near Moscow.
- Painted clay toys from Kirov, which are called Dymkovo toys.
- Decorative wooden tableware and furniture in traditional red-black-gold colors - souvenirs from Khokhloma have always been the most popular among foreign guests.
- Jewelry made using filigree technique is complemented by beautifully traced elements of enamel painting.
- Caskets from the village of Palekh, Ivanovo region, are the object of dreams of any fashionista with a large collection of jewelry.
- A wooden doll, inside of which there are several more of the same, but smaller, is a matryoshka. It is in the tradition of Russia and its inhabitants to give a matryoshka to guests.
The most expensive
Residents of Russia are distinguished by special hospitality and their main credo is to give the best to guests. That is why the old tradition of Russia prescribes to meet the desired and beloved people on the doorstep of the home with bread and salt. This rite symbolizes wishes for wealth and goodness and expresses a special attitude and care for those to whom bread and salt are presented.
