Along with Christmas, jaaniõhtu (Midsummer Eve, 23 June) and jaanipäev (Midsummer Day, or St John’s Day, 24 June) are the most important holidays in the Estonian calendar. Across the country, people gather with family or at larger public events to celebrate with singing, dancing and bonfires – as Estonians have done for centuries.* Estonia’s short summers and bright nights hold a special significance for Estonians. Jaaniõhtu and jaanipäev come j…
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