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The Armenian Apostolic Church will mark the eve of Great Barekendan with a festive programme, the Ararat Patriarchal Diocese reported in a press statement. On February 23, at 13:30 the festive procession dedicated to Great Barekendan – Armenian religious holiday - will start from St. Sargis church of the Ararat Patriarchal Diocese of AAC. The participants will walk along Mashtots avenue to Freedom square where a festive programme is planned.

The programme features national dances and songs, thematic and theatrical performances, demonstration of games and contests among them.

As the Ararat Patriarchal Diocese reports the Great Barekendan celebration has turned into one of beloved holidays in capital Yerevan that brings together children and adults. The event is organized with the support of Yerevan Municipality.

This year the period of Great Lent starts on February 24. It lasts 48 days beginning from the Eve of Great Lent (Barekendan) to the Eve of the Feast of the Easter. The word Barekendan means “good living” or “good life”, as we are called to live cheerfully, joyfully, and to be happy on these days preceding fasting periods.