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Saint Lucia: 5 things to know about this festival of lights

1- It is celebrated on December 13. The Saint Lucia (called Sankta Lucia or simply Lucia in Swedish) is a feast day in honor of Saint Lucia of Syracuse. It is celebrated on December 13, the feast day of this Catholic saint who lived in early fourth century Sicily and died a martyr. This saint is ...

07
Dec
2017

Saint Nicholas: history and traditions

ion, this holiday is everywhere an opportunity to reward well-behaved children, with a distribution of gifts and sweets. What is the history of Saint Nicholas? The character of St. Nicholas is inspired by Nicolas of Myra, one of the most popular saints in Greece and the Latin Church. Born i ...

17
Nov
2009

Saint David's Day: the national holiday of Wales

What is the history of the patron saint of Wales? St. David's Day, known as Saint David's Day in English or Dydd Gwyl Dewi in Welsh, has been the national holiday of Wales since the 18th century. It commemorates the date of the death of Saint David, the patron saint of Wales, who is said to have li ...

28
Feb
2023

Valentine's Day : history of the lovers' day

rth. The oldest origins of St. Valentine's Day are therefore linked to pagan festivals, long before the time of the Christian martyrs. Who was Saint Valentine? Historians disagree on the identity of St. Valentine, the saint celebrated on February 14 who is now considered the patron saint of l ...

31
Jan
2008

The Fallas of Valencia in Spain: a large popular festival

What are the Fallas of Valencia? The Fallas de Valencia are one of the most popular festivals in Spain. They are celebrated in March in honor of Saint Joseph, throughout the streets of the city of Valencia and the entire Valencian community. For the occasion, neighborhoods and various localities o ...

21
Feb
2024

Visiting Marseille: places to see

chitectural projects. To visit in Marseille A visit to Marseille usually begins with Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, the church that is dedicated to the patron saint of sailors. After admiring the panorama from Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde at 162 m above the sea, be sure to discover : - the Old Port - the ...

25
Jan
2010

The Christmas market of Kaysersberg in Alsace

e at 5 pm on the last Friday of November - opening of the Christmas market of Kaysersberg, known in the whole world for its authenticity - passage of Saint Nicolas at the beginning of December For 25 years, the Association Noël à Kaysersberg has organized an exhibition dedicated to the enchan ...

12
Dec
2014

The Saint Nicolas festivities in Nancy: a magical event

An event not to be missed in Lorraine The Fêtes de Saint-Nicolas à Nancy are an unmissable event in Lorraine. In Eastern France, this event is as famous as the famous Christmas market in Strasbourg! Indeed, it is in Nancy that Saint Nicholas (the Lorraine festival par excellence) is celebrated ...

24
Nov
2021

Locronan in Brittany: 5 things to do on site

1- Visit the church of Saint-Ronan Locronan owes its name to Saint-Ronan, the hermit who founded the town in the 10th century. Today, the commune's church is dedicated to this saint. The church of Saint-Ronan was built in the 15th century by the Dukes of Brittany. This majestic granite building ...

21
Sep
2022

Basque Country: 5 good reasons to go to Guéthary

1- For its picturesque charm A small village located between Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Guéthary has only 1350 inhabitants year round. But, even if it is the smallest village on the Basque coast, it has serious arguments to seduce summer visitors. The village opened up to tourism in the mi ...

01
Mar
2023

Lithuania: 5 good reasons to choose this destination in summer.

ublic spaces (parks, streets, and historical sites). Music and dance enthusiasts are invited to the Vingis Park on July 25 to celebrate the feast of Saint Christopher, the patron saint of Vilnius. The program will blend classical music with opera singers and symphony orchestra, as well as pop music ...

18
July
2023

Windsor: 5 must-visit places in this English city.

s State Apartments and magnificent collections of royal objects, not to mention St George's Chapel, a beautiful gothic chapel dedicated to the patron saint of England. Visitors can sometimes hear the choir performing during religious services. 2- Windsor Great Park Another must-visit is the Windsor ...

24
Aug
2023