6-21.01.2011
Lviv has always been noted for its adherence to the traditional Ukrainian culture, and that is why the celebrations of Christmas in Lviv surrounded by a special charm here. The people of Lviv cherish the customs of the past, but they also like new kinds of entertainment stylized to resemble the archaic ones.
In Christmas time, carols can be heard in Lviv for almost an entire month, Nativity plays are performed in the streets, and a multitude of holiday concerts, fairs and festivals takes place. Here one can buy traditional Ukrainian outfits and get one’s filling of Christmas goodies, among which pampukhs (doughnuts) are the most popular and tasty.
Preparing and eating pampukhs became such a favourite among the people of Lviv that it transformed into a separate event – the Pampukh Feast. During this festival, the bakers of Lviv amaze everyone with their products baked by old recipes, while local residents and guests can go back to childhood (if only for one day) and deny themselves nothing!
