Rahvuspühad inglise keeles
potatoes(mashed, boiled or baked potatoes). The tradition is very old. The days before
Christmas, families light a new light each Sunday each advent. Also days before
Christmas, Christmas decoration are put up, and gingerbreads and saffron buns are
baked, often homemade. Many people also make gingerbread houses. Then the
children often hand out the presents which are opened immediately. This is followed by
candy, chips, various nuts, clementines, and sometimes a mulled and spiced wine with
almonds and raisins called Gløgg is served hot in small cups.
Midsummer's eve 24. June
In Estonia, aside from Christmas, Jaaniõhtu (Midsummer's Eve, also
called Jaanilaupäev) and Jaanipäev ("St John's Day") are the most important days in
the calendar. The short summer seasons with long days and brief nights hold special
significance for the people of Estonia. Jaanipäev is celebrated in the night between 23rd