Spring Festivals Around The World That You Should Know About
Holi (March 25), also known as the Festival of Colours, is a Hindu spring festival celebrated primarily in India and Nepal. It signifies the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring.
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Hanami, or cherry blossom viewing, is a centuries-old tradition in Japan that celebrates the beauty of cherry blossoms, known as sakura. The festival takes place from late March to early April.
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During the Tulip festival in Amsterdam, you will see blooming tulips at 85 locations: in the public areas of Amsterdam, in the gardens of the city’s museums and hotels.
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Nowruz, is the Persian New Year festival (March 20) celebrated by millions of people around the world, particularly in Iran and Central Asia.
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An important holiday in largely Catholic countries like Mexico and Spain, Semana Santa (Holy Week) displays colourful parades, masses, fireworks and elaborate ceremonies.
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The Cooper's Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake is an annual event held on the Spring Bank Holiday at Cooper's Hill, near Gloucester in England.
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The Songkran Water Festival is held annually by the locals in celebration of the Thai New Year. The national holiday of Songkran is officially on the 13th of April each year.