Broad Shrovetide. Broad Shrovetide. This is one of the traditional festivals in Russia. Farewell to winter. People burnt doll - winter on the street. All this is accompanied by fun and joy. All sing and dance around. Everywhere selling pancakes. Pancakes should be eaten with a black or red caviar. Very good when the sun is shining and the birds are singing. This spring in a hurry to us. A wonderful day!