Father Frost and Snow Maiden Parade in Minsk

Over 800 Fathers Frost, Snow Maidens and other fairy-tale characters joined the festive procession from Nezavisimosti (Independence) Square to Svobody (Freedom) Square in the Belarusian capital on 24 December. The parade was followed by celebrations in the Upper Town organized by Minsk City Hall.

Photo: Oksana Manchuk