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Since June 2011, there is a festival in honor to the famous sweet cherry, called «Chereshnevo». The costume parade of citizens of all ages pass along the central streets, a special prize is taken by a citizen with the most original accessory associated with the cherry. In the city Gorky park «sweet» workshops, handicraft fairs, where everyone can try freshly made cherry jam right in the park are annually performed. Local companies provide free distribution not only of jam, but also of some other desserts. Тhe Birthday of Melitopol is celebrated on the last Sunday of September. Public festivities continue for two days and are accompanied by performances of dancing or singing of local teams. |
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In 2008, Melitopol became a member of the Council of Europe international project "Intercultural Cities" and became the 1st city in Ukraine representing the country in this project. European countries are interested in the experience of Melitopol, where more than a century peacefully inhabited by more than 100 nationalities. Melitopol proudly calls itself the "intercultural source of Ukraine." Association of national-cultural societies are actively working in the city. The city has a Plan of intercultural integration and the interculturalism has been included as an important area in the city’s s trategy to 2030. Every spring in Melitopol there is a citywide celebration of Easter in Intercultural City. The event is organized by the Association of national-cultural societies of Melitopol. Representatives of many ethnic communities in national costumes one by one tell their guests about traditions and legends, then treating to their national dishes. |