Grand Bassin Pilgrimage – February/March: Celebrating Faith and Tradition The Grand Bassin Pilgrimage, also known as the Ganga Talao Pilgrimage, is a major festival celebrated in the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius. This festival is a prominent Hindu celebration, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and takes place in the months of February and March (dates may…
The Feast of the Diocesan Patron Saints, also known as Diocesan Patrons Day, is celebrated on the first Sunday of October every year. This special day is dedicated to honoring and recognizing the patron saints of different dioceses around the world. It is a time to celebrate the rich history and traditions of each diocese…
San Fermín: The Ultimate Spanish Experience The annual festival of San Fermín, also known as the Running of the Bulls, is a nine-day celebration that takes place in Pamplona, Spain from July 6 to 14. The event draws millions of visitors from around the world who come to witness the iconic bull runs and participate…
Introduction Pere Laval Day, also known as Blessed Jacques Désiré Laval Day, is celebrated on September 9th each year. It is a day dedicated to honoring the life and legacy of this influential French Catholic missionary who devoted his life to serving the people of Mauritius. Pere Laval’s remarkable journey and selfless service to others…
The month of September is filled with celebrations and festivities marking special occasions and honoring saints. One such tradition celebrated on September 4 is the Feast of San Marino and San Leo. This annual event is an important day for the people of San Marino and San Leo, as well as for Catholics around the…
The month of March brings with it a vibrant and culturally rich festival in India – the Lok Adab Festival. This festival celebrates the literature and arts of India, showcasing the diverse culture and traditions of the country through various forms of storytelling, poetry, music, and dance. Lok Adab, which translates to ‘folk literature’, is…
January 6th marks the celebration of Three Kings Day, also known as Epiphany or the Feast of the Epiphany. It is a religious holiday that honors the biblical story of the three wise men, also known as the Magi, who followed a star to find baby Jesus and brought him gifts of gold, frankincense, and…
Festa de Nossa Senhora do Monte, also known as Our Lady of the Mountain Festival, is an annual celebration of faith and community in the beautiful island of Madeira, Portugal. This vibrant and colorful festival is held every year on August 15th, in honor of the patron saint of Madeira, Nossa Senhora do Monte (Our…
Dia de São Vicente – January 22nd January 22nd marks an important day in Brazil – Dia de São Vicente. This holiday, also known as São Vicente Day, is a celebration of faith, community, and the patron saint of Lisbon, Portugal. The History of Dia de São Vicente São Vicente was a Roman Christian martyr…
August 15: Celebrating the Assumption of Mary Every year on August 15, the Catholic Church celebrates the Assumption of Mary, one of the most important feasts in the liturgical calendar. This day commemorates the belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was taken up to heaven body and soul after her earthly life ended. It…
March 25 is a special day for Christians around the world, as it is the Feast of the Annunciation or Annunciation Day. This day commemorates the divine announcement made by the angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary that she will conceive and give birth to Jesus Christ, the Son of God. The announcement or annunciation…
December 8 is a special day for many Christians around the world as it is celebrated as Día de la Inmaculada Concepción or Immaculate Conception Day. This day commemorates the belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was conceived without original sin, making her pure and without blemish from the moment of her conception. It…
Pakistan Day Parade, also known as Pakistan Resolution Day, is a national holiday in Pakistan that commemorates the country’s adoption of the Lahore Resolution in 1940. This historic resolution, also known as the Pakistan Resolution, called for the creation of a separate Muslim state in the Indian subcontinent. The parade is held every year on…
September 15: Independence Day The 15th of September holds a special significance for many countries all over the world. This is because it marks the day of their independence, when they gained freedom from foreign rule and became sovereign nations. This day is celebrated annually with great pride and grandeur, with parades, concerts, special events…
The holy city of Jerusalem is home to some of the most sacred sites of the three major religions – Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. Pilgrims and tourists from all over the world flock to this ancient city to walk in the footsteps of their faith and experience the spiritual energy that emanates from its streets….
