Posted in Festivals in June, Music festivals, Religious Festivals on 23. Feb, 2011
In the month of June the ancient holy city of Fez in Morocco hosts the Sacred Music Festival where musicians from different faiths gather to pay melodious homage to their religion. The festival originated after the first Gulf War as a humble attempt to wipe out the political differences and bring humanity together with the [...]
Posted in Islamic Festivals, Religious Festivals on 16. Dec, 2010
Ashura or Youm-e-Ashur falls on the 10th of Muharram the first month of the Islamic calendar. This day is a day of grief for all the Muslims as the grandson of the Prophet Mohammed, Hussain Ibn Ali was martyred. This day commemorates an event which took place in the 61 AH (680 AD). After the [...]
Posted in Festivals in June, Hindu Festivals on 20. Jun, 2010
Bali is a beautiful island of Indonesia. The island, with a predominant Hindu population, is the seat of art and culture. This land of scenic beauty hosts the Pesta Kesenian or an art festival annually at Werdi Budaya Art Center in Denpasar. The festival lasts for a month in which both local and international artists [...]
Posted in Christian Festivals, Festivals in May, Spanish Festivals on 29. May, 2010
“La Fiesta de las Cruces” (The Festival of the Crosses) also known as “Cruz de Mayo” is celebrated in Spain on 3rd May. Like some other Christian Festivals, it has pagan roots. During this festival, crosses made of flowers are installed in the city’s main squares and streets. Even the balconies of houses are decorated [...]
Posted in Festivals in April, Islamic Festivals on 28. May, 2010
La Feria de Abril or Seville’s April Fair is held in the city of Seville. Seville is more popular for its oranges and Islamic architecture. The Fair commences on a Tuesday at midnight two weeks after Easter and continues till the midnight of the following Sunday. The fair started off in 1847 as a cattle [...]
Posted in Christian Festivals, Festivals in May on 26. May, 2010
The Anastenaria is another festival with deep pagan roots blended with Christian rituals. The Christian Orthodox festivals revolve around various Christian saints; the Anastenaria Festival is celebrated in some villages of Greece and Bulgaria to honor Saint Constantine and Saint Helen. A popular legend associated with its origin is that once the church caught fire [...]
Posted in Buddhist festivals, Festivals in April on 12. May, 2010
Songkran is the Buddhist New Year celebrated in Thailand in the month of April. Thais have a unique way of celebrating this festival, they spray water everywhere and on everyone! Songkran lasts for three days during which life comes to a standstill as all the businesses, government offices, schools etc are closed and those working [...]
Posted in Christian Festivals, Festivals in April, Festivals in March on 12. May, 2010
Easter is the most important Christian festival of the year relating to the crucifixion and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter is a movable festival which occurs between 22nd March and 25th April as it is celebrated on the first Sunday that falls after the first full moon following the spring equinox. Easter marks the [...]
Posted in Festivals in February, Festivals in March, Hindu Festivals on 07. May, 2010
This festival of colors is celebrated by the Hindus all over the world. Holi is celebrated on the last full moon of the lunar month Phalguna which comes somewhere in February or March. Phalguna is the last month of the winter season as well and Holi is a way to welcome the spring season. However, [...]
Posted in Christian Festivals, General Info about Festivals on 20. Apr, 2010
Puno is a quiet town in Peru better known for its scenic beauty. Puno rings with festivity, color and music as the town celebrates the Candelaria festival. This colorful festival is a blend of Catholic and pagan customs. It is celebrated to honor the Virgin de la Candelaria (Virgin of Candles) in a traditional pre [...]
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