Cada 8 de marzo, el mundo se une para celebrar el Día Internacional de la Mujer, una fecha que conmemora los logros, la resistencia y la lucha continua por la igualdad de género. Esta celebración, tiene sus raíces en eventos históricos específicos, pero, ¿por qué celebramos este día?, ¿cuál es su origen? Origen: Tiene sus raíces en los movimientos obreros y de...
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Como cada 13 de febrero se celebra el Día Mundial de la Radio, una fecha proclamada por la UNESCO en 2011 y adoptada por la Asamblea General de las Naciones Unidas en 2012 como Día Internacional de la ONU. El objetivo de esta conmemoración es reconocer el valor de la radio como medio de comunicación, educación, información y entretenimiento, así como destacar su importante papel en la...
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El Día Escolar de la No Violencia y la Paz se celebra cada 30 de enero en los centros educativos de todo el mundo. Este día se dedica a conmemorar una cultura de no violencia y paz, y a fomentar la educación en y para la tolerancia, la solidaridad, la concordia, el respeto a los Derechos Humanos, la no-violencia y la paz. Se celebra en el aniversario de la muerte de Mahatma Gandhi, líder pacifista que defendió...
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El Fin de Año es un momento de transición que trasciende fronteras, marcado por diversas tradiciones y festividades que reflejan la rica diversidad cultural de nuestro planeta. Cada país tiene su propia manera única de dar la bienvenida al nuevo año, con costumbres arraigadas que van desde deslumbrantes fuegos artificiales hasta rituales ancestrales. Pero antes de explorar las festividades alrededor del mundo,...
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Do you know what is celebrated on 11/11?
10 Nov 2023
In this article, we will explore the history behind this day, how it is celebrated in different parts of the world and how it has evolved in recent years. Singles Day, also known as 9/11 Day, is a holiday celebrated around the world every November 11. This date has also become one of the most important for e-commerce, as it has become a day of massive online shopping. The Origin of Singles Day Singles' Day began in China in the 1990s as a...
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The Strangest International Days
21 Aug 2023
We know that there are international days for practically anything you can imagine. From the most momentous to the most extravagant, each day of the year has its own commemoration. Next, we will highlight some of the most curious and peculiar international days. January During the first month of the year, International Polar Bear Hug Day takes place (January 21). In the middle of winter, when frigid temperatures grip much of the northern...
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What is celebrated on July 14 in France?
14 Jul 2023
July 14 is a date of great importance in France, as Bastille Day, also known as French Independence Day, is celebrated. This holiday commemorates a historical milestone that marked the the beginning of the French Revolution and the end of the monarchical regime. Next, we will tell you more about this celebration and its traditions. Origin The origin of Bastille Day dates back to July 14, 1789. After a few first months of the French Revolution,...
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Book Day: Origin, Meaning and Celebrations
19 Apr 2023
On Sunday, April 23, Book Day 2023 is celebrated, an international holiday that is celebrated year after year in more than one hundred countries around the world. Why Why do we celebrate Book Day? The origin of Book Day would have to be sought in Spain, more specifically in Catalonia. In 1923, the Valencia-born writer Vicente Clavel Andrés (1888-1967) proposed to the Official Book Chamber of Barcelona the establishment of a special day for...
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History: The heroes of May 2nd
05 Apr 2023
May 2, 1808 is a crucial date in the history of Spain, as it marks the beginning of the War of Independence against the French occupation. In Madrid, this date is celebrated with great enthusiasm every year, remembering the heroism and sacrifice of the people of Madrid who fought against the French on that fateful day. In this blog article, we will explore the history of the Madrid Revolt of 1808 and how it is celebrated today. The historical...
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Welcome to the celebration of San Isidro in Madrid! This is one of the most emblematic festivals in the city, celebrated every year in honor of the patron saint of Madrid, San Isidro Labrador. During these festivities, Madrid residents dress in regional costumes, sing, dance and enjoy a wide variety of activities in the most emblematic places in the city. The celebration of San Isidro takes place in the second half of May, and extends over...
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Father's Day is a celebration in honor of fathers and fatherhood, celebrated in many countries around the world. In some places, such as the United States and Canada, it is celebrated on the third Sunday in June, while in other countries such as Spain and Mexico it is celebrated on March 19, the day of Saint Joseph, father of Jesus. The origin of the name Pepe as a nickname for putative father or adoptive father is also related to Saint Joseph's...