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So cool to read about everyone's home tradition they miss the most! I'm from England but I've been living in the States for five years and the thing I miss the most is Bonfire Night on November 5th.
The best thing about Bonfire Night is the fireworks, oh, and the bonfires! … and the history behind it. Basically, Guy Fawkes and his friends tried to blow up the Houses of Parliament and kill King James I. They nearly did it too – they hired a room under the House of Parliament and filled it with explosives. But someone told the royal palace. The authorities found Guy Fawkes in the room guarding the explosives, and he was sentenced to torture and death.
So it's a tradition that celebrates the fact that the king survived. It also means people don't forget what happens if you plot against your country. There's a kind of poem about it that starts 'Remember, remember the fifth of November, gunpowder, treason and plot.' That's why we build a 'guy' – a life-size model of Guy Fawkes – and burn it on the bonfire. Pretty dark and horrible when you think about it!
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Hi everyone, I’m Taliana, I’m from Colombia and I want to share my favorite Colombian tradition with you.
On December 7th, We celebrate Día de las Velitas, this tradition is very important for us because it marks the beginning of Christmas. On this day, Colombian families get together to light candles in the streets and share a really happy time together.
People also usually set off fireworks and cook a meal for the whole family.
This day means a lot for me because it brings families and neighbors together
Hello Everyone!
I've read some of what people telling about their traditions. It's so intresting to learn about diffrent cultures. I want to tell you guys about my tradition. I'm from Israel. In Israel we have something that called yum kipur. IN you kipur we fast for the whole day. Which mean from the evening to the evening the day after. In this day we aren't just odn't eat, we also won't use electricity or drive. in that day we usually go th the synagogue and pray, even the none religes ones do it. The day ends when the rabi of the synagogue blow the shofar.
Personally, yum kipur is my favorite holyday, it's a day to look about the whole year that just past and see how you can be better next year.
I would love to know if others cultures have similars traditions.
hii guys
My name is Mariana, I am from Oaxaca, Mexico, the tradition that i am going to talk about is the independence of Mexico, this tradition started with the Spain conquer, since 1824 the president Guadalupe Victoria celebrate the first independence conmeration, then Porfirio Diaz change de day from 16 th to 15th of september because for his birthday and makes the famous El grito de independecia,after that every president of Mexico made that the same thing every september 15th at 11pm. After the El grito de independecia families eat a lot of food like tacos, pozole, enchiladas and dresses with the color of the flag.
Hello everyone! I love know about countries culture. I am from Brazil. Our famous culture is Carnaval, celebrated this year on February. We look at floats of samba schools or just hear samba, a music genre. It is the main celebration all Brazilians pray of to come. I don't participate, but I know many people love Carnaval.
Hi everyone.
I'm salah I am from morocco, our tradition is frst day befor RAMADAN, that day is special for us because we are start to a holy month.
RAMADAN is a month's mercy and forgeveniss from our god, ALLAH SUBHANAHM, in this months we pray a lot, we try to avoid a many sins, and improtant thing is no smoking no drinking
the last day from this holy mounth, it be EID AL FITTER, we celebret wih famelies friends.
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I am Shehla from Pakistan. I want to share about my country’s traditions. There are many traditions, but the one that is closest to my heart is EID-UL-FITR. We celebrate it after the last day of RAMADAN, a holy month of fasting, patience, and self reflection.
EID-UL-FITR is a day filled with joy, gratitude, and togetherness. We wake up early in the morning, wear new clothes, offer special prayers, and visit relatives. One of the most meaningful parts of this Eid is that, we celebrate it with those in need by giving charity and sharing food, so everyone can feel the same happiness on this special day. The true spirit of Eid lies in kindness, unity, and caring for others.
Tnkwww for reading it!
Hello everyone,
I am from Sudan which's an amazing country
I would like to share an important tradition from Sudan. As Sudan is a predominantly Islamic country, Muslims celebrate the two main Islamic festivals: Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. These occasions have great religious and social significance, and they are widely observed throughout the country.
Eid al-Fitr is celebrated at the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The day usually begins with performing the Eid prayer, during which people gather in mosques or open prayer grounds early in the morning. After the prayer, families and neighbors exchange greetings, kind words, and prayers for peace and prosperity.
Following this, people return to their homes to enjoy traditional Sudanese food, and families welcome guests throughout the day. Visiting relatives, neighbors, and close friends is an essential part of the celebration, as it strengthens social bonds and promotes unity and compassion within the community. Children, in particular, look forward to Eid, as they receive gifts, new clothes, and spend time enjoying festive activities with their friends.
In addition, many people take time during Eid to visit cemeteries to remember and pray for deceased family members, reflecting the spiritual and reflective nature of the occasion.
Overall, Eid in Sudan is not only a religious celebration but also a meaningful cultural tradition that emphasizes generosity, family ties, and social harmony.
Hi. My name is Sude. I am fırom Germany.
It is so cool to read about other people`s traditions. I am from Sudan. We always celebrate the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad on the 12th of Rabi al- wwal .We buy special sweet called Halwa al- Moled and enjoy songs and madeeh. We also give religious awareness talks.
Hello, i liked reading about differents people traditions
I my country, I like the most the tradition of every spring when the whole family go outside in a mountain or a farm, we spend gorgeous time while eating delicious homemade sweets and fruits, playing football and cards, and observing the beauty of Allah nature.