Solstice celebrations still center around the day of the astronomical summer solstice. Some choose to hold the rite on the 21st of June, even when this is not the longest day of the year, and some celebrate June 24th, the day of the solstice in Roman times.
Although Midsummer is originally a pagan holiday, in Christianity it is associated with the nativity of John the Baptist, which is observed on the same day, June 24. It is a very fun day in Hungary called Szent Ivan Éj, meaning St. John's Night and on this night everything is possible according to the legends. Especially in the field of LOVE. In most towns people make bonfires, and lovers who want to stay together forever leap over the flames. Old people keep a lot of sour cream at home that day just in case burnt feet need to be treated. In Pecs, we celebrate the longest day and the climax of the sun with a lot of concerts, activities and of course fires.
I found what a midsummer night looks like. Their are many bonfires and they leap over the fires. It is common to have sour cream to heal burned feet. Have you done this?
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