Russians Celebrate Maslenitsa In Osh, Kyrgyzstan

Pancakes are among the traditional dishes eaten on Maslenitsa.

A scarecrow represents Lady Maslenitsa, the spirit of the festival.

Members of the folk ensemble Razgulay perform for festival-goers.

Father Victor of the Church of the Archangel Michael in Osh and his wife take part in the Orthodox holiday.

Olga Korchagina (right) is the director of the folk ensemble and main festival organizer.

The straw effigy of Maslenitsa is burned in a bonfire.