Why do Russians love New Year’s? It might strike you as odd that Russia celebrates New Year for more than a week. The tradition of making New Year celebrations a big deal might be traced to the fact that during the Soviet period all religious holidays were banned and Russia was left only with New Year’s. Today the Russian New Year period is all about having fun with friends and family when people make the most delicious meals and watch ever-popular Soviet movies. What is so special about Russian winter holiday season? Read below!
