St. Patrick's Day (St. Patrick's Day) - Historic Irish holiday that has British roots. It is celebrated in honor of Ireland's patron saint - St. Patrick's Day. According to legend, St. Patrick drove all the snakes from the island and brought to Ireland. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated not only as a religious holiday, but as a celebration of Ireland and Irish culture in general. This day is usually held parades on the streets are organized theatrical performances and dances, plays Irish folk music, people visit pubs.
On this day it decided to dress in green clothing.
At the same time, the Irish religious leaders criticized the prevailing secular holiday traditions and advocate for that St. Patrick's Day was primarily a Christian holiday. In ancient times on this day all Irish drinking establishments were closed and people were celebrating the holy prayer in the church.