Every culture has its own unique holiday traditions rooted in that region's folklore and history.<br />Here are five popular Easter traditions from different locations around the world.<br />1. Florence, Italy.<br />The firework-packed cart is paraded through the city and set off by the Archbishop during Easter mass.<br />2. Sweden and Finland.<br />It is common for children to dress up as witches and beg for chocolate in the streets.<br />3. Corfu, Greece.<br />The tradition welcomes spring by disposing of old pots so new ones can be used to gather the season's crops.<br />4. Bessières, France.<br />The tradition is said to have begun when Napoleon passed through the town and ordered the townspeople to make a giant Omelette for his army.<br />5. Jerusalem, Israel.<br />Some who participate in the walk carry alarge cross to symbolize Jesus’ painful journey.
