Christmas and New Year holidays are approaching. Russian traditions. Who are Russian Santa Claus (Ded Moroz) and Snow Maiden (Snegurochka), are they relatives?

Christmas and New Year holidays are approaching. I want to tell a little about the peculiarities of celebrating the New Year in Russia. For Russians, the new year is the most important holiday of the year. Already from the end of November we begin to prepare for the holiday, to buy gifts to relatives, to reflect about the festive table, decorate the New Year tree.

The main heroes of the holiday are Santa Claus (Ded Moroz) and Snow Maiden (Snegurochka). I'm wondering if you know the relationship between an old man and a young girl. Write in the comments.

January 1 is the quietest day of the year in Russia. Before 12.00 you will not see a single person on the street, everyone is resting after a stormy night.
We celebrate Christmas on January 7, but this holiday is much quieter of the new year. Special mention is made of his faithful people who go to church that day. We'll talk about Christmas later. We'll talk about Christmas later. Happy New Year! I wish you happiness, good luck, good health!