The Origins of 11 Easter Traditions

Some Easter traditions have long histories.
Some Easter traditions have long histories. / MEDITERRANEAN/Getty Images
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9. Good Friday Kites

If you happen to find yourself in Bermuda on Good Friday, you may be surprised to see legions of kites dotting the sky. According to local legend, a teacher once used a kite to give her students a visual of how Jesus ascended into heaven. The analogy quickly caught on, and today, flying a simple kite made of tissue paper and sticks is still a colorful pastime.