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Maslenitsa 11-17 March

Post contributed by Lorna, Student Experience Ambassador Maslenitsa is a week-long celebration rooted in Slavic tradition that acknowledges thechange from Winter to Springtime; this year Maslenitsa is happening from 11-17 March. This festival originated in pagan times and is celebrated during the last week before the beginning of Lent in the Orthodox Christian calendar. Alternatively … Continue reading “Maslenitsa 11-17 March”

11 March 2024 by
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Maha Shivaratri

Chinnappa, A. N. (2018) Devotees offer prayers and perform rituals in front of a statue of Lord Shiva at a temple in Bengaluru during the Maha Shivratri festival, Available at: https://d.ibtimes.co.uk/en/full/1668134/maha-shivaratri.jpg Post contributed by Lorna, Student Experience Ambassador Maha Shivaratri is one of the most significant festivals in India, which is known as ‘TheGreat Night … Continue reading “Maha Shivaratri”

8 March 2024 by
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Hinamatsuri 3 March

Hinamatsuri is an annual festival that takes place on March 3rd and is associated with the start of spring. It is known as ‘Girls Day’ in English. The festival prays for the growth and prosperity of young girls. One way it is celebrated is with the display of traditional Japanese dolls called hinaningyo at home. … Continue reading “Hinamatsuri 3 March”

3 March 2024 by
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La Chandeleur: Celebrating French Tradition

La Chandeleur, celebrated on February 2nd, holds a special place in French culture. While it’s often associated with crêpes, its origins trace back to some ancient pagan rituals and Christian traditions. Historically, it marked the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, symbolising a transition from the winter season to spring. Nowadays, La … Continue reading “La Chandeleur: Celebrating French Tradition”

2 February 2024 by
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Martin Luther King Jr Day

Martin Luther King Jr Day (15 January) celebrates the life of civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr who fought for racial equality in America. His achievements include founding the Southern Christian Leadership Conference in 1957 and leading the 1963 March on Washington. At this march he delivered the famous ‘I Have a Dream’ speech. … Continue reading “Martin Luther King Jr Day”

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