Photo: Lucie Suchánková Hochmanová, Czech Radio
Although Halloween has become increasingly popular, in Czechia the day that carries greater significance comes two days later – All Souls’ Day, observed on November 2nd. In Czech, the day dedicated to remembering deceased loved ones is called Dušičky, which literally translates to “little souls.“
The Czech Republic remains one of the most atheist countries in Europe, yet All Souls’ Day – which has its origins in medieval Christianity – continues to hold deep importance even today.
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Author: Hannah Vaughan