The World's Largest Pysanka is a giant, brightly coloured Easter egg located in Vegreville, Alberta, Canada. Pysanka is a Ukrainian word for an intricately decorated Easter egg made using a wax-resist (batik) method.
The Pysanka in Vegreville was constructed in 1974 to celebrate the centennial of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the cultural heritage of the many Ukrainian settlers in the area. It was designed by artist Paul Maxum Sembaliuk, who was inspired by traditional Ukrainian patterns and symbols.
The Pysanka is made of 3,512 individual facets, weighs over 5,000 pounds, and stands 25.7 feet tall. The intricate geometric designs cover every facet of the egg, and it is painted in traditional Ukrainian colours of brown, silver, black, and gold. The structure is made of aluminum.
The World's Largest Pysanka is a popular tourist attraction in Vegreville, and the town celebrates the egg with an annual Pysanka Festival in July. The festival includes traditional Ukrainian music and dance, food, and crafts, and visitors can learn about the history and cultural significance of pysanky.
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