The Easter blessing is given during the mass in St. Peter's Basilica in Rome that is celebrated by the Pope. He begins the mass by venerating the symbol of the Risen Christ.
Rome, Italy
St Peters Square, Rome
St. Peters in Rome, Italy. he is protected by the Swiss guard
Some popular Easter traditions in Rome include attending mass at the Vatican, participating in the Stations of the Cross procession at the Colosseum, and enjoying a traditional Easter meal with dishes like lamb and artichokes.
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Yes, there are special events and traditions in Rome during Easter. Some notable ones include the Pope's Easter Sunday Mass at St. Peter's Basilica, the Via Crucis procession at the Colosseum, and the traditional Easter Monday picnic in the parks.
Andy Williams and the NBC Kids Easter in Rome - 1987 TV was released on: USA: 17 April 1987
St Peters's Basilica in Rome
Old st peters
So about 310 AD I would say Easter was being celebrated throughout Rome and Europe.
Ireland celebrates Easter with the Catholic Church in Rome, as opposed to the Eastern Orthodox and other Christian Churches. So for 2010, Easter Sunday is the 4th of April and that is when Easter will be celebrated in Ireland.
The Vatican City, Leaning Tower of Pesia, Colossuem, and St Peters Basilica.