Holiday Festivals Asia
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A Glimpse at How Malaysians and Singaporeans Celebrates Hari Raya Aidilfitri
0April 7,
How Malaysians and Singaporeans Celebrates Hari Raya Aidilfitri
Hari Raya Puasa, also known as Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Eid al-Fitr, Ramazan Bayrami, Korite, Id al-Fater, Hari Lebaran, Hari Raya Buka Puasa, Idul Fitri, Lesser Eid and many more is one of the most important religious celebrations of Muslims worldwide. This religious celebration is translated to English as Sugar or Sweet festival and the Feast of Breaking the Fast. It marks the end of the Ramadan, which is the one month of fasting by Muslims. To celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the Muslims are not allowed to fast for one day. That means they are required to eat and party with the community. (more…)
Hong Kong Spring Lantern Festival 2013
1January 26,
Hong Kong Spring Lantern Festival 2013 – Partake In The Celebrations
Hong Kong – a fine way to capture a piece of the magic of the unique city. Hong Kong, a vibrant city is the major gateway to China. This perfect destination spot offers world class shopping, dining, festivals and other special attractions to enlighten your spirits. Hong Kong has plenty of reasons to erupt into colorful celebrations. The Chinese festivals celebrated in Hong Kong let you experience the rich cultural heritage and history. The Spring Lantern festival is celebrated on the first full moon of the lunar year. This Lantern Festival heralds the end of the Chinese New Year celebrations. In Hong Kong it is also known as the Chinese Valentine’s day as this day is considered auspicious for young lovers to confess their love. (more…)
Vietnam Public Holidays 2013
2November 10,
2013 Vietnam Public Holidays
A total of nine (9) Vietnam Public Holidays are celebrated in Vietnam each year, this is low compared to the rest of the Southeast Asian Nations. Vietnam only had eight (8) public holidays a year before 28th March, 2007 when the Government of Vietnam added a traditional holiday commemorating the mythical Hung Kings, thereby increasing the number of public holidays in Vietnam to nine (9). (more…)
Vietnam Reunification Day 2013
0November 10,
2013 Vietnam Reunification Day
Reunification Day also known as Victory Day or Liberation Day is a public holiday in Vietnam that commemorates the capture of Saigon by North Vietnamese and Viet Cong Soldiers on the 30th of April in the year 1975. It marked the end of the brutal Vietnam War and initiated the reunification of Vietnam which happened on the 2nd of July 1976 when Provisional Revolutionary Government of the Republic of South Vietnam and Democratic Republic of Vietnam came together to form present day Vietnam. (more…)
Hong Kong WinterFest 2012
1November 8,
Each year, there is a beautiful clash of cultures as the Western custom of Christmas celebration blends with Eastern culture of festivities in a sparkling festival known as the Hong Kong Winter Festival and this year, The Hong Kong WinterFest 2012 will be celebrated from 25th of November to 1st of January in the New Year. (more…)
Enjoy The World-Renowned Fireworks Display At Victoria Harbour In Hong Kong New Years Eve
0September 29,
Fireworks Display At Victoria Harbour
When it comes to New Year’s celebrations, Hong Kong ranks as one of the top ten destinations in the world. The whole event is planned by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, and the fireworks show over Victoria Harbour is set to be the biggest and most spectacular ever. (more…)
Busan International Fireworks Festival 2012
0September 29,
The Annual Lighting Up of the Busan Sky during the Busan International Fireworks Festival 2012.
Countries from all around the globe have their own various festivals to celebrate. Each event plays an important role of spreading cultural heritage of a certain nation and highlights specific feature of a society. One of the most anticipated festivals of all time is the annual display of fireworks in Busan South Korea at the Busan International Fireworks Festival. (more…)
Experience the Thrill of Japan’s Sapporo Snow Festival 2013
0September 29,
2013 Sapporo Snow Festival (2013 さっぽろ雪まつり)
Of course, Japan is a great country to visit in every season but there is a big reason why it would be ideal for you to visit Japan during the winte for the Sapporo Snow Festival 2013. This event is among the best and largest festivals in Japan during the winter season. Every year since 1950, the Odori Park, Susukino streets, and Community Dome Tsudome at Sapporo features amazing snow and ice sculptures, statues, and other models. (more…)
Java Jazz Festival 2013
0September 28,
2013 Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival
Java Jazz Festival, Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2013 is one of the astounding and largest jazz festivals celebrated in Jakarta, Indonesia. In this article, we will see the details of JJF that have gained popularity all over the world. Generally JJF or Java Jazz Festival is celebrated every early March. (more…)
Surin Elephant Festival 2012
0September 22,
History of the Surin Elephant Festival or Surin Elephant Roundup 2012.
Each and every country in the world is famous for one thing or another and when one hears the word Thailand, the one thing that strikes them are the holy elephants. Elephants are one of the highly talented animals that can do just more than lifting things. They are marked as a national pride and in order portray the skills and talents an annual festival named Surin Elephant Roundup is conducted. (more…)
