Local boys on Easter Monday

Easter Monday in the Czech Republic is a holiday, and celebrates the arrival of spring with some interesting local customs.

The boys make whips of braided willow branches, and in the morning they go looking for girls. Once found, they "whip" the girls, who then must give the boys an Easter treat - be it candy, decorated eggs, or a kiss.

Beware the boy who forgets the time however, because if a girl is whipped past noon, the girl can retaliate with pails of water or spritzes of cheap perfume.

They all seem to have a great time- these boys are our neighbors in Loket.