Holidays in Sweden

In the north of Europe, the Kingdom of Sweden is located, which has a unique history. The heyday of the state fell on the Middle Ages, when trade relations with neighbors began to develop rapidly, military power grew stronger and increased. It was at this time that the individuality of the country was formed, traditions and customs were laid.

What do the Swedes celebrate?

In order to fully appreciate the cultural level of Sweden, it is necessary to study the celebrations that are celebrated in this country. Public holidays in Sweden are as follows:

1. New Year falls on January 1 of each year. In Sweden, the holiday is celebrated with a special scope and fun. Close relatives and friends gather at a richly-covered table, watching TV programs, making solemn speeches. At noon, noisy companies pick up champagne glasses and go outside to congratulate their neighbors.
2. The day of the holy Knout the country celebrates on January 13. The celebration marks the end of Christmas.
3. The holiday of Easter in 2017 in Sweden fell on April 16. Traditional on a holiday are painted eggs, church services, bunches of birch branches and willows, decorated with wooden eggs. Swedish children at Easter dress up in costumes of witches and go out into the streets. Oncoming passers-by hand the drawings, and in return receive sweets, Easter chicks and rabbits.
4. On the Walpurgis night, Sweden sinks on April 30. In the country this holiday is associated with the onset of spring. The festivities take place on the streets and are accompanied by carnival processions, huge bonfires, musical concerts.
5. The birthday of the King of Sweden is celebrated on April 30. It is one of the state holidays. All over the country, solemn processions, demonstrations, and colorful shows are organized.
6. The national day of Sweden , which is also called the Day of the Swedish flag, is the main holiday of the country. The celebration falls on June 6 and is celebrated annually, beginning in 1983. The date was chosen not accidentally. June 6, 1523 the first Swedish king was elected, and on June 6, 1809 - the Constitution of Sweden was adopted. By the way, the exact date of appearance of the flag of Sweden is unknown, roughly this is the XVI century.
7. The holiday of the middle of summer in Sweden falls on June 23rd. He is especially revered and loved, as the summer is short, there are almost no hot days. It is celebrated at night and very reminiscent of the familiar holiday of Ivan Kupala.
8. Day buns with cinnamon , beloved sweet tooth, is celebrated on October 4 and is one of the national holidays in Sweden. The whole country celebrates the national delicacy of Kanelbulle - a bun with a dough puff pastry, flavored with sweet buttery syrup and cinnamon. On this day, such buns are sold everywhere.
9. St. Martin 's Day commemorates the end of heavy autumn work and the beginning of winter. In Sweden, this holiday is celebrated on November 11. Traditional fare is a roast goose, a black broth from the blood of a bird. After the celebration, the fast begins, dedicated to the Apostle Philip.
10. The Nobel Day is a holiday with a truly world-wide significance - it takes place every year on December 10. On this day, scientists who made important discoveries in various fields of science and technology receive a prize, established by Alfred Nobel, a renowned Swedish chemist. By the way, in Sweden there is also a Nobel museum , which is often visited by tourists.
11. The feast of Saint Lucia is celebrated on a special scale in Sweden on December 13. He sings the life and deeds of the Italian martyr Lucius. On this day families gather at tables full of all kinds of food and drinks. After the long post begins.
12. Christmas in Sweden is celebrated on December 25 and is especially loved by children. At night in the Swedish family comes Santa Claus and leaves the desired gifts to those who have been well behaved all year. In the houses they install and decorate the fir trees, the house itself is festively decorated.