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How Did Table Mountain Get Its White Tablecloth?
What, according to local myth, causes clouds to cover Table Mountain in Cape Town like a white tablecloth? How has this tablecloth made the mountain so famous? What or who gave rise to the stories surrounding this unique event? Two of the most popular explanations for this phenomenon, which only occurs during Spring and Summer,…
The Rolling Calf – Jamaican Myths and Legends
Jamaica is one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean Sea, but at night it is believed that there are evil spirits that roam the land. One of these phantoms is a huge animal that resembles a bull empowered with wrath and desire to devour passersby. Most of the local legends make it clear…
How Many Countries Do Not Celebrate Christmas?
While most of the world’s population is decking their halls, some countries do not celebrate Christmas. The nativity festival held annually to celebrate the birth of Jesus is not recognized by these countries and is not considered a public holiday. Most Christians celebrate this holiday and countries which are Christian-oriented recognize December 25 as a…
Nativity – How Brazil Celebrates Christmas
Brazilians are a lively people and most of their Christmas celebrations are packed with activities that unite the country around religion and tradition. Even though it is summertime in Brazil, all elements of the nativity festival are on full parade all of December. There are Christmas trees, Papa Noels, stockings, and large snowmen. Like most…
How Norway Celebrates Two Christmas Eve
As the world’s festive seasons come to life, one of the most unique countries celebrating Christmas is Norway. Oslo is home to two special Christmas Eve customs that reach beyond its Nordic heritage. These are a people who cherish the nativity of both Christians and Jews. The first thing one will notice about Norway is…
December Writing Contest – World Festive Seasons
April Pad has rolled out the December writing contest and you are invited to participate. Writers can submit new articles under the theme: World Festive Seasons. This month, writers will explore the traditions and cultures of different countries as they celebrate their major holidays. Notably, December is one of the months that is celebrated worldwide…