Although there is a historical context of polish culture, it keeps on evolving and adding classic traditions to modern life. Poland's culture continues to develop because of its geography and relations with other countries. As a matter of fact, the history of this culture goes back to at least 1000 years. In this article, we are going to introduce you to the culture and traditions of Poland. Read on to find out more.
Folk Costumes
Costumes are representative of different regions. Apart from this, they are colorfully decorated. You can find men and women in these costumes during festivals, weddings, and holidays. Dancers put on traditional costumes and dance to entertain audiences.
In each region, there can be a noticeable difference between costumes. By taking a look at these outfits, you can tell which region a man or woman belongs to.
Holidays
Since most of the population of Poland is Roman Catholic, most of the holidays follow the traditions of Catholicism. If you go there during the holidays, you can get a deeper insight into polish life. Apart from this, religious and national holidays are marked by public celebrations and traditions. If you are planning a trip to this region of the world, make sure you are aware of the traditional holidays first.
Keep in mind that, most public offices and shops are closed during the holidays. If you don't want to expect delays and cancellations, we suggest that you plan your trip keeping this factor in mind.
All Saints' and All Souls' Day
All Saints' Day is celebrated on 1st November in both Lithuania and Poland. The following day comes with the celebration of All Souls' Day. People believe that the deceased go back to their homes to visit the living on these days.
Christmas Traditions
In Poland, Christmas celebrations are part of Christmas traditions. On this day, people decorate history centers with Christmas trees, decorations, and lights. This is the time of the year when people clean and decorate their houses for Christmas.
Unlike Christmas Day, Christmas Eve is considered more important in this region. After dinner, kids open up their gifts as a form of celebration with their families.
Easter Traditions
Easter is a special time of the year for polish people. This day marks religious observances and people celebrate the comeback of spring. Apart from this, people uphold their old customs in many ways. For example, some of them attend Church services, while the other color eggs in different colors.
As a matter of fact, Easter is on the list of the most important holidays for these people. Holly Week is the name of special Church services, special events, and traditions.
Long story short, this was an introduction to polish cultural customs and traditions. If you are planning your next trip to Poland, we suggest that you consider these holiday celebrations. Hopefully, this will help you get the most fun out of your trip.
