Sweet grape

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Eleuthera, Bahamas.

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It is advisable never to peel grapes from the skin, because it is the most beneficial part for human health.
In the countries of Portugal and Spain there is a New Year's custom. At the last minute of the outgoing year, it is customary to enjoy grapes, making 12 grapes and making 12 wishes with each stroke of the chimes.

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The vine is often found in artwork and is mentioned in myths. For example, one of the deities revered by our ancestors was the goddess of fertility, prosperity, love and fun - Alive (she was also called Lada, Penya, Seva). In her right hand, the goddess holds an apple, and in her left hand, a bunch of grapes, carrying them to every family as a symbol of success.

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It takes 600 grapes to make one bottle of wine.
In grapes, all its parts have significant healing and preventive properties. In medicine, there is even such a thing as "ampelotherapy" - treatment with grapes, and not only berries, but also leaves, wood and everything that can be taken from this plant.
Some grape bushes grow up to 100 or more years, and the more time passes, the greater the yield of this bush brings.