Easter is a holy day of celebration for Christians all over the world on 21st of April. This day signifies the day when Lord Jesus was resurrected from his death three days later after his crucifixion. While this day is also celebrated as a holiday all over the world, most people remember the resurrection of Jesus as a way to renew daily hope and that all have victory over sin.

During the Easter week, there is a period of fasting called Lent, in which most churches spend their time in sorrow, repentance, and remembrance. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Good Friday, the day of Jesus' crucifixion. 

When is Easter Celebrated?

The Catholics and Protestants always celebrate Easter on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the spring equinox, placing the holiday between March 22 and April 25, while the Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter between April 4 and May 8. Good Friday has been declared as a public holiday by the Indian Government. 

Due to the changing dates of Easter celebration, people decorate Easter eggs or selling the best-decorated ones have to calculate as to when stores will stock chocolate bunnies and have to look at the calendar each spring to find the right dates. This year, Easter falls late with most churches celebrating it on April 21 and Orthodox Christians recognizing it a week later.

How is Easter Celebrated?

The origin of Easter celebrations in India was laid during British rule and progressed much during the Portuguese and French possession.

India is a place where the culture is rich and hence it is known as the land of cultural diversity. Therefore the year is filled with many holidays and joyous celebrations. It is celebrated in full zeal and enthusiasm. Although Christians comprise a scant 3% of the total population in India, the pleasant spirit of Easter is still present. As we are multi-ethnic, the country is very secular and it recognizes and honors every religion.

Easter too is celebrated with the same religious solemnization as any other festival. In places like the beach state Goa people witness wonderful carnivals, where various street plays, songs, and dances are performed. This rejoicing and celebration continues for a week or two. 

Delicious cakes and pancakes are prepared. The whole country relishes in the glory of the festival, while in places like Mumbai, Goa, Kerala and North-eastern states, where Christian population is in majority people celebrate it in their own best way. 

As this day also marks the onset of spring, it is associated with vibrant and bright colors. Families and friends gift each other Easter gifts to bring joy to the occasion. One can also send Easter Gifts to India if they live far off. Distance should not be a hurdle in sharing and giving on this festive season.

EASTER GIFTS 

The rabbit or hare are closely associated with Easter all of which come through heathen celebrations or beliefs. The hare is an ancient symbol for the moon. The date of Easter depends on the moon. This may have helped the hare to be absorbed into Easter celebrations. The most prominent is the hare's fertility. Easter comes during spring and celebrates new life. The Christian meaning of new life through Christ and a general emphasis on new life are different, but the two gradually merged. Any animals like the hare that produced many offspring were easy to include.

Easter Eggs and Easter Bunnies as everyone knows are the main elements of this week. It is used as decoration at homes and in feasts. People paint the eggs and chocolates carved in the shape of bunnies and eggs are very popular at this time. Both children and elders of the family enjoy such treats. Therefore, these elements are widely sold in stores and people exchange these items with one another as gifts. 

Beautiful Cards, Cakes, Flowers, and colorful Lanterns, Stuffed Toys, Easter Baskets are also presented as gifts to people. You can search online and send gifts like these for Easter Gifts delivery in India from outskirts and abroad easily. Send the best Assorted collection of Sweets to your dear ones. Along with this, you can also send different flavored cakes like Vanilla Cake, Mixed Fruit Cake, Classic Chocolate Cake, Pineapple Cake or Black Forest Cake to add sweetness to someone's day this Easter.

To top it off a fresh collection of flowers full of aroma is perfect for the start of spring. These are some of the best Easter Gifts you can send from any part of the world to any corners of India. All of this can be done conveniently and hassle-free with online delivery and gifting service that offer secure online payment and shipping. With this system, you can select your preferable gift items and date without having to look around places for Easter theme gifts. The collections you find in these websites are already chosen carefully as the best-suited gifts for your occasion. So this Easter spread love and happiness with gifts and lots of good wishes.