Ivan Kupala
Early July 2017

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Traditions and activities associated with this holiday is closely linked to Pagan rituals.

Usually people lit bonfires to dance around and leap over. Another tradition was to pour water on everyone in sight. It is believed that the acts of jumping over bonfires and water pouring purify people from bad luck and sickness.

Venue: Largest hotels of Suzdal
Event cost: Free

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