Easter is a festival of great significance for Christians. They celebrate it with great devotion and fervor. On this occasion devotees commemorate the life and resurrection of Lord Jesus. Christians regard Lord Jesus as the Son of God. This festival is all about happiness and joy. Jesus returned to his life in springtime that is the time of Easter. For this reason Easter is very special and the most important festival which Christian celebrate with great enthusiasm. Easter is the celebration about two important events; one is about resurrection of Jesus and other is about advent of spring season.

Let us share some ideas for Easter celebrations.

People start preparing for Easter celebrations many days before. Houses are decorated with flowers and greens.

Easter eggs and Easter baskets are decorated as the symbol of Easter.

Easter bunnies are placed in Easter baskets.

Forty six days Lent period precedes the Easter celebrations. Last week of the Lent is regarded as the Holy week.

The last week of Lent is said to be the Holy Week and begins with the observance of Palm Sunday

Candles are lit to celebrate Easter. This is done to commemorate the life of Jesus.

People wear special dresses for Easter and go to the churches to offer prayers.

Some special Easter dishes are prepared and guests are invited to have dinner together.

Easter Egg painting competitions are the special attraction and custom at various places. Children go for Easter egg hunt since morning. Decorated Easter eggs are placed in gift galleries.

In Europe , at some places, bonfire is set for group celebrations.

In some countries, carnivals take place and parades are great attractions. People wear special costumes in the parade.

Eating hot cross buns is a special tradition at Easter and children enjoy their jellybeans.

People read Eater literature on this occasion to know about the religious beliefs.