Easter in Europe isn’t just chocolate eggs and a long weekend—it’s a riot of fire, folklore, and centuries-old traditions that range from the deeply spiritual to the downright bizarre. If you time it right, you can experience a side of Europe that feels more like theatre than holiday. Here are five of the most fabulous (and wonderfully quirky) Easter celebrations across the continent. 1. The Fiery “Scoppio del Carro” in Florence In Florence, Easter Sunday comes with an explos

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