Festivals Around the World 🌏🌒

 Past and present of the Day of the Death. By Vanesa. Day of the death is a traditional Mexican festival celebrated every  last week of October  untill November 1st and  2nd every year, same as the end of the growing season, created by the prehispanic culture similarly as the Spanish people. Ancient people, such as the Aztecas and Mayas, used to believe in the life after death, and consider  death as a natural life cycle, as well as believe deceased people are not gone yet, and live between them. To honour those who have passed away ancients would go to the cemetery to spend the night in November 1st and 2nd and offer a large feast called ofrenda or altar, which include  their favourite meal, fruit, soda, treat, clothes, same as bright candles to guide their path, colourful crafts and the leafy, orange, aromatic traditional flower; cempasúchil, which is only grown in that time of the year.  In contrast to the past this celebration has become a Mexican ...

  💞 By Yeonhwa Easter is significant Christian festival that celebrates the miraculous resurrection of Jesus Christ. According to the Bible, it take place on the third day after His crucifixion. It is the most important day in Christianity, which symbolize eternal life. Moreover, Easter occurs annually on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the Spring Equinox that means the date changes each year, but always falls between March 22 and April 25. Historically, Easter is rooted in the sacred resurrection of Jesus Christ, which happened around 30-33 AD in ancient Jerusalem. Early Christians originally celebrated it as part of Passover, Jewish festival. Additionally, over time, it spread from Jerusalem to Rome, Europe, and the wider world through Christianity. In the past, people would attend early morning church services to celebrate amazing event. Moreover, children would participate in fun and exciting games, such as rolling eggs down fresh, grassy hills. Families w...

By Priyanka Diwali is the Indian's biggest and most important festival of the year. The festival gets name from the Deepa means lamps. All people would light outside their homes to symbolized the inner light that protects from spiritual darkness same like today. people used to decorates  their homes with light and oil lamps called diyas .  This festival is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains for light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. According to legend, Diwali is celebrated to respect of the return of Lord Rama, the king of Ayodhya after a 14-year.The people of Ayodhya welcomed Rama by lighting diyas and decorating their homes with flower and Rangoli. people celebrate for one week.  Diwali celebration used to begin in one week advance. people would clean, and decorate their homes with Rangoli, flowers and lamps same like now. People would also prepare traditional sweets, snacks, such as samosas, Gulab jamun, and laddus. People would worship ...

By Shabana   Eid ul fitr is the holy day for the religion of Islam and  celebrated after the month of Ramadan. Eid ul fitr is the three-day festival that marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, the islamic holy month of fasting and celebrated by muslims worldwide as a time of enjoyment, gratitude,and togetherness. The first eid ur first was celebrated byProphet Muhammed (PBUH) and is followers in 624 CE, after they completion of first ramadan On The Eid day people would like to pray in  mosques and give they Zakat al -fitr, which is given to the poor to allow them to join in the celebration.In this festival people feel very happy. In conclusion, the Eid  festival is magnificent for the religion of Islam. Eid ul fitr is still celebrate  now. On this festival people wear beautiful clothes, and make lots of different food, sweet dishes. In the past  Muslim did not celebrate  as they celebrate now.Now when people see a moon they like to  go  ...

   By Arafa  Today I would like to describe with my classmate how we celebrates Eid-al Fitr? Eid al-Fitr is one of the most important and popular  celebration in islam, marking the ramadan , is a moth of fasting for all Muslim around the world . ramadan is a time when Muslims fast from dawn until sunset ,we will refraining from food, drink , and other physical as need  as cultivate self discipline and be more closer with god. The celebration of Eid al Fitr is on the first day the month that fallows Ramadan . so on this time we establish our tradition as a day of joy Eid -al Fitr is not only a time for fasting but also for giving charity we called (Zakat al- Fitr) for people in need and will ensure everyone can join the celebration and is depend on their financial status. In the past Eid al Fitr celebration people often marked by visit the mosque for special prayers with familles and all the community people wear their best clothes and we will prepare a large...

 The Dragon Boat Festival This festival occurs on the 5th day of the 5th Chinese lunar month. In the past, people would celebrate it with simple but meaningful traditions. Villagers would hang fresh, green herb leaves on doors to keep bad luck away. Children would wear small, colorful, silk pouches with some specific herbs around their necks or pin them to their clothes. Women would wrap "zongzi" by hand using bamboo leaves. "zongzi" is a sticky, traditional food on this special day with some rice, beans and other ingredients. In different areas, "zongzi" can be either savory or sweet. People would cook them slowly over a wood fire. Also, people would watch the dragon boat races with old, wooden boats painted with bright dragon heads. The boats would be painted with color and pattern.  Normally, on the first day before the dragon boats enter the water, people would hold ceremonies by the river. An elder would paint the dragon's eyes, and people believe...

Easter in Ukraine: Now and Then      by Hanna Easter in Ukraine is one of the most important Christian holidays in the country, and it occurs every year in the springtime. It is a celebration linked to the time when Jesus Christ came back to life and symbolizes renewal and hope for everyone. In the past, families would prepare for Easter with the special customs that had been passed down through generations. Ancient people would prepare for the holiday by fasting for forty days and spending days baking paska (sweet Easter bread) and decorating eggs with wax, and they boiled them in onion skin to dye them; those eggs were called “pysanky”. The last week before Easter was considered the strictest part of the 40-day fast,  with each day having special significance. On Holy Wednesday, people would clean their homes thoroughly. Holy Thursday, also called Clean Thursday, would begin before sunrise, as families would take a ritual bath with a prayer to ensure good health fo...

 The air in Toronto is buzzing with a special kind of joy! After a month of reflection, fasting, and spiritual growth, the much-awaited day has arrived: Eid al-Fitr! It's a time of celebration, gratitude, and togetherness. The end of Ramadan marks a joyous occasion, a chance to break the fast with loved ones and share in the blessings of the past month. You can feel the energy in the community. Families are gathering, dressed in their finest, exchanging warm greetings and heartfelt wishes of "Eid Mubarak!" The aroma of delicious food fills the homes, from sweet treats to savory delights, all prepared with love and shared generously. Eid is more than just a feast; it's a time to connect with family and friends, to strengthen bonds, and to remember those less fortunate. It's a reminder of the importance of compassion, generosity, and community spirit. So, as we celebrate this beautiful day in Toronto, let's cherish these moments of joy, spread kindness, and embr...

  Chahārshanbe Suri (Wednesday feast or fire festival)              By Mandana               Chahārshanbe Suri is a celebration which is notable for having its origins in Zoroastrianism. This festival is recognized as one of the pre-Islamic Persian cultural heritages which has survived to the present day. This celebration which has been celebrated for thousands of years, takes place on the final Tuesday evening of the Persian solar year, just before Nowruz (the Persian New Year). This year, it falls on Tuesday 18th March.   Every year, during Chahārshanbe Suri, various traditional rituals used to take place, some of the most significant ones included: ·           Jumping over bonfire: As fire is one of the four holy elements of the Zoroastrian faith, jumping over the bonfires is the most significant activity in this festival. This ritual symbolizes the ...

Chinese New Year, also called the Spring Festival, is pronounced “GuoNian” in Chinese. Which is one of the oldest and most important traditional festivals in China. It usually takes place at the beginning of February or the end of January each year, depending on the Chinese lunar calendar, which is a very old Chinese calendar. When I was a child, the old man told me the story of the origin of the Spring Festival. Nian is a terrible monster that breaks into the village on Chinese New Year's Eve to rob people, which makes people very scared. But later people realize that a large number of firecrackers can scare it away, so people inherit this way to celebrate. In the past, people celebrated the New Year in a variety of ways, such as reunions, firecrackers, dragon dances, lion dances, lively temple fairs, and so on. This is the traditional way people celebrate the New Year. There are many similarities in the way people celebrate the New Year now as they did in the past. On the oth...

The Spring Festival is the most important festival to the Chinese and there will be all kinds of traditional celebration activities on that day. When I was a little boy, about 45 years ago, the most expected thing to do would be to set off the firecrackers! I would invite my little friends to go outdoors and play together. You would hear the sound like a bomb exploding here and there. Closing to the night, the fireworks with all kinds of colors would fly to the sky. The dark night sky suddenly became colorful.  That was indeed a beautiful and grand sight!   And then, it was time for dinner, that was the family reunion time. Almost every Chinese would go back to their home. All the family members would sit around the table which was already full of delicious food. The people would cheerfully drink beer or wine and talk with others about their whole year's life. This was the warmest picture before  half of a century. Different from the scene 50 years ago, many things had be...

  Yalda Night    The Longest Night of the Iranian year, called Yalda, is the name of a traditional, ancient celebration reminiscent of the loving customs and traditions of the Iranians. Also, Yalda is the longest night of the year, the distance between the last day of autumn and the first day of winter, and coincides with the winter solstice. Ancient Iranians used to celebrate and dance together on this night. They would gather together and welcome winter by sharing traditional foods, fresh fruits such as pomegranates, watermelons, pumpkins, nuts, and most importantly, a time full of warmth, generosity, love, and friendship. In this way, they would ease the cold of winter by sharing the warmth of their being with each other. The most important philosophy of Yalda Night was that with empathy, friendship, helping each other, and unity, any hardship can be overcome. On Yalda, the elders of the family would help preserve Iranian literature and ancient customs rooted in Irania...

 A long time ago, Easter was only about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Christians believed Jesus died on the cross and after three days, He rose again from the dead. This was a miracle and a very Holy day. People went to church early in the morning. They prayed, sang the songs and said "Thank you Jesus!". Some people wore white clothes to show joy and new life. In many countries Christians had big meals with their family and friends after church. The food was simple, homemade and delicious. The smell of the fresh bread and roasted lamb filled the house with delicious smell. People hug, smile and said "He is risen, Hallelujah!" to each other. Easter was a time to feel peace, hope, joy, and love of Christ. Today, a lot of people all around the world still celebrate Easter like before. Many Christians go to church, pray and have family gathering and have meals together. In some countries like Philippines, South Sudan and Ethiopia people also have Easter parades and ...

  A long time ago,the Cheese Rolling Festival in England, Europe was very different from today. In the past, people wore simple clothes, and there were less safety rules. They would run  as fast as they could down the high hill, trying to catch the big,round cheese.Unfortunately, many people would fall and get hurt because the hill was very slippery.However, everyone was excited and happy to join the computation. In the past , only local people were participating,and there were no big crowds watching. In the end,the winner would get the cheese as a prize, and everyone would celebrate together. Now ,the Cheese Rolling Festival in England is much safer and more popular.Today, people from all over the world come to watch and join the computation. Unlike before , there are now safety measures, and some people  wear helmets and pads to protect themselves.In addition, the event is shown on TV, and many tourists come to enjoy it. Although people still fall and roll down the hill...

 By Jaleela Sudanese Independence Day is celebrated every year on January 1st. It marks the day Sudan because free from British and Egyptian rule in 1956. Before that, Sudan was controlled by these two countries for many years. The Sudanese people worked hard to gain their freedom, and finally, they succeeded. This day is very special because it reminds people of their history and the strength of their nation. it is a time to remember the past and celebrate Sudan's independence. In the past, people celebrated this day with big speeches, military parades, and official events. Today, people still hold flag-raising ceremonies and listen to speeches,but there are also new ways to celebrate. Many Sudanese enjoy music, traditional dances, and fireworks. Social media has also become important, as young people share messages about independence online. Even though the way people celebrate has changed, the feeling of pride and unity remain strong. 

   By  Kalsoom  Eid-al-Adha Is an important Islamic festival. It is celebrated on the 12th month of Islamic calendar.It commem'orates the story of Prophet Ibrahim, who was ready to sacrifice his beloved son Ismail for for the sake of Allah. Ibrahim had a dream in which Allah said to him to sacrifice his son. He was ready to sacrifice his son to obey Allah. Before he could do it, Allah replaced his son with a sheep. since then, Muslims around the world would celebrated this festival by sacrificing an animal, such as cow, goat, or sheep. They would shared the meat with family, friends and poor people. In addition, elders would give Eidi, which is money to children. This tradition has been followed for years. It would be joyful for children and would made the celebration more special for then.    Over time, the way people celebrate Eid al- Adha has changed. However, the main thing remain the same. Families still sacrifice an animal and share the meat with othe...

Yalda Night has been one of the oldest symbolic celebrities and it was as significant as other seasonal celebrations in Iran. Yalda Night is the longest night of the year, which Persians celebrate at the end of the fall night until midnight when winter begins. Families would gather in loving grandparents' warm, cherished and cosy houses. Additionally, they were used to setting a table with delicious nuts and colourful fruits such as pomegranates, watermelon, and dried fruit and warming the house by fire. Moreover, knowledge was essential and played a crucial role in the Persians' lives. we used to put a poet's book and elders would read poems to others, and then all the families were quiet and just listened to the epic or romantic poems and meaningful stories.  The ceremony was a gathering party on a peaceful, friendly, warm, and spiritually memorable night that was considered a time of hope when people waited for the longer days and sun.  In contrast to the past, in toda...

Eid ul Adha, also known as the festival of sacrifice, is one of the most important festivals of Muslims. It is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah, the 12th month of Islamic calendar. We celebrate it in the memory of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) and his son Hazrat Ismail (AS). Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) was willing to sacrifice his son ,Hazrat Ismail (AS), to Allah as an act of obedience. However before the sacrifice could have done Allah replaced Hazrat Ismail (AS) with a lamb. Because Allah had accepted his sacrifice so he replaced his son with a lamb. To remember this act of obedience and sacrifice, Muslims all over the world celebrate this festival by sacrificing animals such as goats, sheep or cows and distributing the meat among family, friends and those who are in need. This festival lasts for three days and is a time for prayer. However, Eid ul Adha teaches Muslims the value of sacrifice, generosity and unity. The way Muslims celebrate Eid ul Adha has changed over time, but the tradition...

One unique and fascinating traditional Turkish festival is Bocuk Night, often referred to as the "Turkish Halloween." This celebration is originally Balkan culture and is held on the coldest night of winter, usually in January, in Edirne, a Thracian city in the west of Turkey. (This celebration is also rarely known even in Turkey, as it comes from Balkan culture.) In the past, people believed that a mythical creature called “Bocuk” would appear on this night, bringing fear and bad luck. To protect themselves, they would cook sweet pumpkin desserts, gather around fires, and tell ghost stories. Traditional customs included wearing white sheets or painting their faces white, like ghost. Today, it is more lively, attendees are people from of all ages. Unlike in the past, when people would simply gather in their homes, modern celebrations feature colorful costumes, spooky makeup, festive parades, and street performances. Some traditions remain, such as eating pumpkin desserts, on ...