Around the World in Celebrations: Unforgettable Festivals and Traditions to Experience
Kimberley Crane
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Discover the vibrant tapestry of global celebrations and traditions that color our world with joy, unity, and cultural richness. This book takes you on an exhilarating journey through a myriad of festivals, offering a glimpse into the heart of diverse communities and their unique ways of commemorating life's most cherished moments. From the bustling streets of Rio during Carnival to the serene lantern-lit nights of Japan's Obon Festival, each page unfolds a new adventure, rich with history, tradition, and the spirit of togetherness. Explore the Content Highlights of this captivating book, which covers an extensive array of festivals from every corner of the globe. Dive into the electrifying atmosphere of India's Holi festival, where vibrant powders fill the air in a joyous celebration of spring. Witness the breathtaking spectacle of China's Lunar New Year, marked by dazzling fireworks and dragon dances that symbolize good fortune and prosperity. Feel the pulse of Spain's La Tomatina, where participants engage in a friendly yet chaotic tomato fight, turning the streets into a sea of red. Each festival is brought to life through vivid descriptions and stunning imagery, inviting you to experience the essence of these extraordinary events. What problem does this book solve?
Duration - 9h 1m.
Author - Kimberley Crane.
Narrator - Digital Voice Melissa G.
Published Date - Thursday, 16 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Warren E Nowlin ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Discover the vibrant tapestry of global celebrations and traditions that color our world with joy, unity, and cultural richness. This book takes you on an exhilarating journey through a myriad of festivals, offering a glimpse into the heart of diverse communities and their unique ways of commemorating life's most cherished moments. From the bustling streets of Rio during Carnival to the serene lantern-lit nights of Japan's Obon Festival, each page unfolds a new adventure, rich with history, tradition, and the spirit of togetherness. Explore the Content Highlights of this captivating book, which covers an extensive array of festivals from every corner of the globe. Dive into the electrifying atmosphere of India's Holi festival, where vibrant powders fill the air in a joyous celebration of spring. Witness the breathtaking spectacle of China's Lunar New Year, marked by dazzling fireworks and dragon dances that symbolize good fortune and prosperity. Feel the pulse of Spain's La Tomatina, where participants engage in a friendly yet chaotic tomato fight, turning the streets into a sea of red. Each festival is brought to life through vivid descriptions and stunning imagery, inviting you to experience the essence of these extraordinary events. What problem does this book solve? Duration - 9h 1m. Author - Kimberley Crane. Narrator - Digital Voice Melissa G. Published Date - Thursday, 16 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Warren E Nowlin ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1: Global Celebrations Overview 5
Duration:00:00:04
Introduction to Festivals and Traditions 5
Duration:00:09:11
Importance of Cultural Celebrations 11
Duration:00:07:52
How Festivals Reflect Cultural Identity 15
Duration:00:09:12
Chapter 2: New Year Celebrations 21
Duration:00:00:04
Chinese New Year 21
Duration:00:07:42
Songkran: Thai New Year 26
Duration:00:06:39
Hogmanay: Scottish New Year 30
Duration:00:07:06
Rosh Hashanah: Jewish New Year 34
Duration:00:08:28
Nowruz: Persian New Year 40
Duration:00:06:24
Chapter 3: Spring Festivals 44
Duration:00:00:03
Holi: Festival of Colors in India 44
Duration:00:05:00
Cherry Blossom Festival in Japan 47
Duration:00:08:00
Easter Celebrations Around the World 52
Duration:00:07:21
Spring Equinox Celebrations 56
Duration:00:07:38
Las Fallas in Valencia, Spain 61
Duration:00:06:24
Chapter 4: Summer Celebrations 66
Duration:00:00:04
Midsummer Festivals in Scandinavia 66
Duration:00:06:11
La Festa di San Giovanni in Italy 70
Duration:00:07:05
Glastonbury Festival in the UK 74
Duration:00:06:10
Independence Day in the USA 78
Duration:00:07:41
Bastille Day in France 83
Duration:00:12:35
Chapter 5: Harvest Festivals 91
Duration:00:00:04
Thanksgiving in North America 91
Duration:00:05:39
Mid-Autumn Festival in China 95
Duration:00:04:30
Pongal in India 97
Duration:00:06:55
Sukkot: Jewish Harvest Festival 102
Duration:00:06:43
Chuseok: Korean Harvest Festival 106
Duration:00:07:54
Chapter 6: Autumn Festivals 111
Duration:00:00:04
Diwali: Festival of Lights in India 111
Duration:00:06:08
Halloween Celebrations 115
Duration:00:07:04
Day of the Dead in Mexico 119
Duration:00:05:18
Oktoberfest in Germany 122
Duration:00:06:30
Guy Fawkes Night in the UK 126
Duration:00:06:29
Chapter 7: Winter Festivals 131
Duration:00:00:04
Christmas Celebrations Around the World 131
Duration:00:10:38
Hanukkah: Festival of Lights 137
Duration:00:07:27
Kwanzaa: African-American Celebration 142
Duration:00:06:10
Winter Solstice Celebrations 146
Duration:00:08:20
St. Lucia’s Day in Scandinavia 151
Duration:00:07:12
Chapter 8: Religious Festivals 156
Duration:00:00:04
Hajj: Islamic Pilgrimage 156
Duration:00:07:28
Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha 161
Duration:00:06:54
Vesak: Buddha’s Birthday 165
Duration:00:06:29
Diwali: Hindu Festival of Lights 169
Duration:00:08:55
Orthodox Christmas and Epiphany 174
Duration:00:06:48
Chapter 9: Music and Dance Festivals 179
Duration:00:00:04
Carnival in Brazil 179
Duration:00:07:47
Coachella in the USA 184
Duration:00:06:23
Notting Hill Carnival in the UK 187
Duration:00:05:53
Sziget Festival in Hungary 191
Duration:00:06:21
Rainforest World Music Festival in Malaysia 195
Duration:00:06:00
Chapter 10: Food and Drink Festivals 199
Duration:00:00:04
La Tomatina in Spain 199
Duration:00:05:44
Oktoberfest in Germany 202
Duration:00:04:53
Taste of Chicago in the USA 205
Duration:00:05:38
Bologna Food Festival in Italy 209
Duration:00:07:13
Mid-Autumn Mooncake Festival in China 213
Duration:00:05:53
Chapter 11: Historical and Cultural Festivals 217
Duration:00:00:05
Renaissance Festival in the USA 217
Duration:00:05:40
Hanseatic Days in Europe 221
Duration:00:06:54
Obon Festival in Japan 225
Duration:00:06:13
Inti Raymi: Festival of the Sun in Peru 229
Duration:00:05:43
Bastille Day in France 232
Duration:00:07:10
Chapter 12: Regional Festivals 237
Duration:00:00:04
National Cherry Blossom Festival in the USA 237
Duration:00:06:35
Edinburgh Festival Fringe in Scotland 241
Duration:00:05:57
Carnival of Venice in Italy 245
Duration:00:05:57
Yi Peng Lantern Festival in Thailand 248
Duration:00:05:02
Holi in India 252
Duration:00:05:25
Chapter 13: Family and Community Festivals 256
Duration:00:00:05
Thanksgiving in North America 256
Duration:00:06:31
Chinese New Year Family Reunions 260
Duration:00:07:39
Raksha Bandhan in India 265
Duration:00:05:50
Hanukkah Celebrations 268
Duration:00:06:28
Kwanzaa: Community Celebrations 272
Duration:00:07:34
Chapter 14: Unique and Unusual Festivals 278
Duration:00:00:05
Boryeong Mud Festival in South Korea 278
Duration:00:05:53
Burning Man in the USA 282
Duration:00:05:40
Up Helly Aa in Scotland 285
Duration:00:06:51
Cheese Rolling Festival in the UK 289
Duration:00:07:28
Night of the Radishes in Mexico 294
Duration:00:06:02
Chapter 15: Festivals of Light 298
Duration:00:00:04
Diwali in India 298
Duration:00:07:23
Lantern Festival in China 302
Duration:00:05:38
Hanukkah Celebrations 306
Duration:00:08:14
St. Lucia’s Day in Scandinavia 311
Duration:00:07:12
Festa della Repubblica in Italy 316
Duration:00:08:18
Chapter 16: Contemporary Celebrations 321
Duration:00:00:04
Comic-Con International in the USA 321
Duration:00:07:25
Tomorrowland in Belgium 326
Duration:00:07:34
Electric Daisy Carnival in the USA 330
Duration:00:08:42
Mardi Gras in New Orleans, USA 335
Duration:00:06:53
Gay Pride Parades Around the World 340
Duration:00:08:26