Today, March 29, there are no official national holidays in Ukraine, but this day is of particular importance for both Christians and supporters of folk traditions. The church calendar in the new style is mentioned by Bishop Mark Aphus, who suffered for faith in the IV century. Also today is celebrated parental Saturday - the day of commemoration of the dead, when the believers pray for the souls of their loved ones. According to the old calendar - honor the Holy Martyr Alexander and Martyr Savin.
On March 29, the folk calendar is known as birch. This day is associated with the beginning of collection of birch juice. It was believed that today the juice has a special healing power, in particular for women's health. People wore wreaths and bath brooms from birch branches, and a light massage of birch brooms was used as a remedy for back pain. It was forbidden to harm the tree - to leave wounds on the trunks, to cut birch, as well as to engage in repairs and needlework.
Among the folk signs of this day: rain - to wet April, warm and sunny weather - until hot spring, hazel flowering - a signal to sowing cereals, and a large amount of juice in the shore is a sign of possible frost.
On the international level, March 29 is celebrated World Piano Day-it is celebrated on the 88th day of the year, which symbolizes the number of keys in a standard tool. Also today is the day of the magician, the day of the mermaid, the day of the onhnetetomy and the birthday of Coca-Cola.
Among the Ukrainian figures born on this day - Hetman Kirill Razumovsky, poet Mariyka Pidhrygianka, writer Maria Volvach and scientist Roman Zalozetsky.
The world was born on this day 10th US President John Tyler, Walmart founder Sam Volton, composer Wangelis, actor Christopher Lambert, model El Macherson.
Birthdays are celebrated today Denis, Ivan, Alexander, Omelyan, Paul, Roman, Trochim, Emil, Julian and Jan - in a new style. According to the old calendar - Ivan, Isaac, Cyril, Kornil, Mark, Michael, Philip.
