Easter in Pechory. The film is divided into five chapters: "The Monastery," "The Pre-Holiday Market," "The Holidays Have Arrived," "The Crusade," and "The Holidays Begin." Konstantin Märska captured views of Petseri Monastery and the town, people at the pre-holiday market, buying animals, pottery, and other items, and people queuing at the liquor store. Cleaning work in apartments and on the streets are also shown.
Easter in Pechory. The film is divided into five chapters: "The Monastery," "The Pre-Holiday Market," "The Holidays Have Arrived," "The Crusade," and "The Holidays Begin." Konstantin Märska captured views of Petseri Monastery and the town, people at the pre-holiday market, buying animals, pottery, and other items, and people queuing at the liquor store. Cleaning work in apartments and on the streets are also shown.
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