Moscow: 40-day Pancake festival begins

Moscow : Russia | Mar 05, 2011 at 1:28 AM PST

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With the start of spring season, festivals are being held throughout the world. Residents of Moscow are also celebrating the “Pancake” festival.

A village has been prepared in the middle of capital of Russia, Moscow where cakes prepared with milk, butter and eggs have been displayed.

Moreover, the participants are enjoying meat products and other eatables. The festival will continue for 40 days.

Special arrangements of theatre and musical concerts have been made for the entertainment of the visitors.

izmgsa is based in Karāchi, Sind, Pakistan, and is a Stringer for Allvoices.

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