Orthodox Church still uses Julian calendar so dates of religious feasts differ from other world.
there is a traditional religious rite in Russia to swim in an ice hole this day.
they say that water is blessed today.
although I can't stand cold I've desided to try it this year XDD
by the way, it's always very cold in the middle of January. we call this period "the Epiphany frosts".
well, today's temperature is:
air: -28℃
water: +2℃
a pool
by the way... swimsuit isn't fit for this swimming because, as I said before, it's a serious religious rite. I used a shirt without sleeves.
frankly speaking I was afraid so much XDD
but I've done it!!! (笑)
aaah! XDD
I have no words to describe my feelings, sensations and emotions (笑)
it was really cool! XDDD
and today's beautiful sunset...
P.S. special thanks to my friend Ann for these photos (^^)