Easter: why do we celebrate with eggs and bunnies?

A look at some of the weird and wonderful Easter traditions past and present

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How is Easter celebrated?

The holiday is celebrated differently around the world. In the US, people give out painted eggs and baskets of sweets, while British children go on hunts for chocolate eggs left by the Easter Bunny.

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