Ukraine Culture 102 in Photos - Photos of Ukrainian Dress, Ukrainian Eggs
By Kerry Kubilius, About.com
Ukrainian Eggs - Traditional Ukrainian Easter Eggs
Ukrainian Eggs - Pysanky
Oksana Struk © 2007
These Ukrainian Easter eggs have been decorated and dyed according to a centuries-long tradition that has its roots in pre-Christian Eastern Europe. The designs on Ukrainian eggs celebrate spring, stand for protection, symbolize fertility, honor nature, and ensure good fortune.
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