Celebration of Europe Day 2016 in Lutsk
Annualy the celebration of Europe day is organized in Lutsk. This year was not exception. The interesting holiday programme was prepared for the citizens and guests of the city. City’s park has become a center of European culture, where everyone could see the colorful flags of the EU member-states, join celebration, learn European countries traditions and simply enjoy their time. Created atmosphere made it possible once again to see clearly that the Ukrainian and the European society are closely connected not only geographically, but also in historical and spiritual sense.
Within the Europe Day the festival of European traditions and customs – "Eurovision 2016" took place in Lutsk. Every school by singing or dancing represented one of the EU member-countries. All interested visitors had the opportunity to enjoy performances of young Lutsk inhabitants and learn more about the culture of European countries. Furthermore, on the eve of Europe Day celebration it was designed two flower-beds in the style of Ukrainian and European Union flags in the city’s central park. In addition, it was presented a funny European photo-frame for taking photos, organized English speaking quest “Secrets of Europe”, English speaking excursion in Lutsk zoo, bicycle excursion with the consul and many other interesting activities.
Despite raining weather, a lot of people participated in celebration and with their smiles it was created a sunny and positive atmosphere during the whole event.