Exploring The Fascinating Days Of Love And Friendship Around The World
Exploring The Fascinating Days Of Love And Friendship Around The World
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00:00 Happy Valentine's Day Or Day Of Friendship
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00:20 Valentine's Day serves as a reminder to express appreciation and affection not only to romantic partners but also to friends, teachers, classmates, siblings, other family members, and especially to our beloved moms!
00:54 Let's Head For Mexico - In Mexico, romantic and platonic love alike is celebrated on February 14. El Dia del Amore lamistad is the name in Spanish. It means The Day Of Love And Friendship. Older children celebrate Valentine's Day by participating in a game known as "El Amigo Seekreto," or "The Secret Friend." The Younger adults like to celebrate with a party that includes dancing and singing. In churches and schools, Valentine's Day is celebrated with a festive event called a "Kerms," resembling a carnival-style party.
02:37 Next, Let's Head For Colombia - Their special day of celebration is on September 21, 2024. Echoing the tradition in Mexico, the "secret friend" game is also widespread. Participants write names on pieces of paper, which are then placed into a hat. Each person draws a name, and the chosen individual becomes their secret friend.
Now We Are On Our Way To Guatemala - In Guatemala, Valentine's Day is known as "El Día del Carenyo." One of the highlights of the celebration is the vibrant "Old Love Parade," specifically dedicated to the senior citizens of the country.
03:25 Guatemala holds the distinction of being the birthplace of chocolate, with the word "cacao" originating from the Mayan word "Ka ko. Moreover, Guatemala is renowned for its coffee production. The volcanic highlands provide an ideal climate for cultivating coffee beans, resulting in a rich and distinctive flavor profile.
Guatemala loves marimba music. The marimba is a large percussion instrument constructed from wooden bars. Musicians play it using mallets, creating melodious tunes that are deeply ingrained in Guatemalan culture.
04:48 We Are Going To Visit Wales - Instead of celebrating love on February 14th, the residents of Wales honor St. Dwynwen's Day on January 25th. St. Dwynwen is revered as the Welsh patron saint of lovers. Legend has it that she was the king's most exquisite daughter, possessing long dark hair, and deeply in love with a man named Malin. However, her father forbade their union. The Welsh commemorated St. Dwynwen's Day on January 25th.
05:30 In Welsh tradition, men often present women with hand-carved wooden spoons as a symbol of affection. These love spoons are adorned with various patterns and symbols, each carrying its own significance.
05:57 Now We Are On Our Way To Finland - "Ystävänpäivä" or "Ustavanpiva" is the Finnish name for St. Valentine's Day, which translates to "Friendship Day" or "Day of Friends." In Finland, this day emphasizes more platonic expressions of love and friendship. In Finland, a firm handshake is the most common greeting.
06:47 Next, We Will Visit Romania - In Romania, Valentine's Day is celebrated on February 24th, which is ten days later than in the US, also marking the beginning of spring.
07:22 Now We Will Head For China - The “Sisters’ Meal” Is Celebrated On April 23-25, 2024, In Meow, Southwest China. The actual valentines day in China for 2024 is celebrated on August 10.
08:06 We Must Visit Israel Now - Today, Tu B'Av is celebrated much like Valentine’s Day, with the exchange of gifts such as flowers and cards. Romantic dinners and parties are common, providing opportunities for couples to celebrate their love. Festivals featuring singing and dancing add to the festive atmosphere of the occasion. Interestingly. The celebration dates in 2024 are August 18th and 19th.
09:15 On Our Way To Ghana - National Chocolate Day" in Ghana is actually celebrated on February 14. Ghana Processes Chocolate From Growing It To Eating It And Selling It!
10:21 In South Africa, Valentine's Day is celebrated with flair, featuring festivals, flowers, and various tokens of love. A unique tradition in South Africa involves some women pinning or embroidering the names of their love interests on their shirtsleeves, effectively wearing their hearts on their sleeves. It serves as a means for some South African men to discover the identities of their secret admirers, adding an element of mystery and romance to the celebrations.
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