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Epiphany celebrations in Belarus

Epiphany celebrations in Belarus
18 Jan 2021

Epiphany Day continues a long series of winter celebrations. It is marked on the night of 18-19 January and is accompanied by a long popular tradition to dive into water in any weather. There are queues of those who want to take a dip every year. It is believed that on this day water acquires special powers. It cleanses and heals. 

Epiphany bathing in Belarus
Epiphany in Belarus
Epiphany in Belarus
Epiphany in Belarus
Epiphany in Belarus
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