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Folk rite performed in Zhitkovichi District

Folk rite performed in Zhitkovichi District
6 May 2021

On Saint George's Day, residents of the village of Pogost in Zhitkovichi District put on wreaths and national costumes, get together, do a circle dance, and ask God for a rich harvest, giving a special decorated loaf of bread as an offering. This folk rite is part of Belarus' intangible historical and cultural heritage.

Jurauski Karahod rite in Pahost village
Jurauski Karahod rite in Pahost village
Jurauski Karahod rite in Pahost village
Jurauski Karahod rite in Pahost village
Jurauski Karahod rite in Pahost village
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