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Easter Bunny: Why is the Bunny a Modern Easter Tradition?
The Easter bunny is ubiquitous during the spring holiday. But why is a rabbit associate with Easter? Here's the story of the Osterhase, or Easter Hare.
Easter Eggs: What Do Eggs Have to Do with Easter Tradition?
Hard-boiled, painted eggs are ubiquitous during the Easter holiday season. But what do they have to do with Easter? We answer this and more in this post.
St. Patrick’s Day: History, Facts, Traditions, and Brief Holiday Insight
What is St. Patrick's Day? Who was Saint Patty? This quick guide gives a short history on this Irish holiday, along with facts, traditions, customs, and more.
Sneezing Around the World: How Different Cultures Respond (Infographic)
A sneeze can be a satisfying split second, for many. And just like a sneeze is an involuntary reflex by our body, sneezing around the world is often responded to by a similarly reflexive reply. Here's a great infographic on customary replies to sneezing around the world.
Amazing Birthday Celebrations from Around the World
Planning your birthday party or someone else's and need some inspiration? Check out these amazing birthday celebrations from cultures around the world.
Petrovden, the Day of St. Peter and Pavel
Petrovden is a famous name day in Bulgaria, celebrated annually on 29th June; it is widely-celebrated, as it is the day of St. Peter and St. Pavel.
Koleduvane: A Bulgarian Christmas Tradition
Bulgarians have some great traditions, and the pre-Christmas Koleduvane is certainly one of them, a mix of pagan rituals and Christian symbols.
