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St. Lucy's Day Traditions In Hungary, 13 December
- 10 Dec 2024 10:45 AM
- http://puszta.com/eng
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
Shops Closed on 19 & 20 May - What Else Does Pentecost Signify In Hungary?
- 15 May 2024 4:20 PM
- community & culture
Pentecost is a public holiday in Hungary, and so shops will be closed on Sunday and Monday, 19 & 20 May. It's a Christian holiday commemorating the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament of the Bible. It is also known as Whit Sunday.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2023 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
6 Top Things to Do With Kids In Budapest This Summer
- 3 Aug 2022 1:17 PM
- https://welovebudapest.com/en
- entertainment
With the summer holidays in full swing, it’s that time of the year when you need to keep the kids entertained. Here we suggest all kinds of fun indoors and out, on water or high up in the air, cheap and cheerful or ideal for that special occasion.
Video: Quirky History Of April Fools' Day & Its Customs In Hungary
- 29 Mar 2022 4:53 PM
- entertainment
April Fools' Day (sometimes called All Fools' Day) is celebrated every year on April 1 by playing practical jokes and spreading hoaxes. The jokes and their victims are called April fools. People playing April Fool jokes expose their prank by shouting April Fool.
WhiskyNet Insight: Celebrate Lunar New Year with Excellent Asian Whisky
- 10 Feb 2022 1:47 PM
- specials
The Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year, is usually celebrated between late January and February, during the first new moon. This year it fell on Tuesday 1st February, starting the Year of the Tiger. And how best is to welcome this new year? Of course, with fine Asian whisky!
Expat Explainer: St Lucy's Day On 13 December
- 3 Dec 2020 10:14 AM
- specials
Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Luca napja, also Lucia or Luca’s day) is rich in customs and traditions in Hungary.
Gregorian Holy Chants Tour, 13 December
- 13 Dec 2018 9:21 AM
- community & culture
Ever wondered where your moments of peace and contemplation have gone? Well, you could visit MOM Cultural Center today, then close your eyes, and bask in the wonderful atmosphere of Advent.
Original Enigma Voices To Come To Budapest, 7 April
- 28 Nov 2018 5:51 AM
- entertainment
From the organisers: The time has come - Enigma music will be on stage world wide. The story goes on...
St. Lucy's Day Traditions In Hungary, 13 December
- 10 Dec 2024 10:45 AM
- http://puszta.com/eng
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
Shops Closed on 19 & 20 May - What Else Does Pentecost Signify In Hungary?
- 15 May 2024 4:20 PM
- community & culture
Pentecost is a public holiday in Hungary, and so shops will be closed on Sunday and Monday, 19 & 20 May. It's a Christian holiday commemorating the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament of the Bible. It is also known as Whit Sunday.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2023 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
6 Top Things to Do With Kids In Budapest This Summer
- 3 Aug 2022 1:17 PM
- https://welovebudapest.com/en
- entertainment
With the summer holidays in full swing, it’s that time of the year when you need to keep the kids entertained. Here we suggest all kinds of fun indoors and out, on water or high up in the air, cheap and cheerful or ideal for that special occasion.
Video: Quirky History Of April Fools' Day & Its Customs In Hungary
- 29 Mar 2022 4:53 PM
- entertainment
April Fools' Day (sometimes called All Fools' Day) is celebrated every year on April 1 by playing practical jokes and spreading hoaxes. The jokes and their victims are called April fools. People playing April Fool jokes expose their prank by shouting April Fool.
WhiskyNet Insight: Celebrate Lunar New Year with Excellent Asian Whisky
- 10 Feb 2022 1:47 PM
- specials
The Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year, is usually celebrated between late January and February, during the first new moon. This year it fell on Tuesday 1st February, starting the Year of the Tiger. And how best is to welcome this new year? Of course, with fine Asian whisky!
Expat Explainer: St Lucy's Day On 13 December
- 3 Dec 2020 10:14 AM
- specials
Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Luca napja, also Lucia or Luca’s day) is rich in customs and traditions in Hungary.
Gregorian Holy Chants Tour, 13 December
- 13 Dec 2018 9:21 AM
- community & culture
Ever wondered where your moments of peace and contemplation have gone? Well, you could visit MOM Cultural Center today, then close your eyes, and bask in the wonderful atmosphere of Advent.
Original Enigma Voices To Come To Budapest, 7 April
- 28 Nov 2018 5:51 AM
- entertainment
From the organisers: The time has come - Enigma music will be on stage world wide. The story goes on...