The Legend of the Christmas Spider is an Eastern European folktale which explains one possible origin of tinsel on Christmas trees. It is most prevalent in Western Ukraine, where small ornaments in the shape of a spider are traditionally a part of the Christmas decorations.

Nov 10, 2023 · During the Christmas season in Eastern Europe, especially in Ukraine, it’s common to see spiders and spider webs dangling from Christmas trees. They could be gold, silver, or a whole range of...

This year Christmas tree in Kiev is announced to be the most beautiful in Europe. Now it is hard to imagine that Christmas tree has not been always so popular among Ukrainians for Christmas and New Year. While visiting Kiev, Ukraine tourists usually are eager to …

Dec 2, 2022 · Cultures all around the world have unique ways of celebrating certain holidays. Here is why Ukrainians add webs and spiders to their Christmas trees each year.

Jan 20, 2025 · Journey into the heartwarming legend behind Ukraine’s Christmas spiders, where unexpected blessings await—discover the magic that transforms a simple tree. In Ukraine, decorating Christmas trees with spiders stems from "The Legend of the Christmas Spider."

Dec 13, 2023 · A Christmas tree called the “Victory Tree” was installed in the city’s Vicheva Square. For many Ukrainian cities, Ivano-Frankivsk in particular, it was important to ensure that no funds from the local budgets were spent on holiday decorations while Russia’s war against Ukraine is still ongoing.

Ukraine’s main Christmas tree on St. Sophia Square in Kyiv in 2020. The tree is topped with the Christmas star. A variety of Christmas symbols contribute to the spirit of the winter holidays and create a joyful atmosphere.

May 14, 2024 · In Ukrainian culture, the tradition of decorating Christmas trees with spider ornaments and webs is deeply rooted in folklore. The Legend of the Christmas Spider tells the story of a poor widow whose tree was magically adorned with shimmering spider webs overnight.

Dec 14, 2022 · The first Christmas tree was installed in December 1811 in Odesa for a Christmas ball given by the city's mayor. Then ordinary Ukrainians decorated the tree with an eight-pointed star at the top, pieces of sugar, glass necklaces, nuts, gingerbreads, and apples, until the advent of Western ornaments.

Jan 3, 2021 · Didukh is an ancient symbol of the Christmas holidays and the connection between generations, which must be inseparable. So create actual Ukrainian ornaments and didukhs from spikelets and straw, and sow grain in spring, albeit symbolically. Let's revive this great old Ukrainian tradition.