Post written by Lucille, a United Planet Team member Every year on February 2nd, the French celebrate La Chandeleur—a day when everybody cooks crepes, also known as thin pancakes! When…
Post written by Li, a United Planet Team member I have always loved celebrating Chinese New Year, despite the fact that I am far away from home. It brings back…
Post written by Katherine, a United Planet Team member The Queen has two birthdays. The present Queen was born on April 21, 1926. She celebrates this day privately, but then…
Post written by Caiya, United Planet Team member Weddings are very sacred and inviolable ceremonies in nations the world over. They give insight into a country’s national traditions, customs and…
Post written by Elif, United Planet Team member. In Turkey, we celebrate New Year’s but not Christmas. We only have one day of holiday for New Year’s Day. However, shops…
Post written by Kumi, United Planet team member My childhood memories of the end of a year are always associated with preparing Osechi with my mother. She would spend day…
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