Festivals of the World: Amazing Celebrations You Shouldn't Miss
Jennie Hickman
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Discover the vibrant tapestry of global celebrations with "Festivals of the World: Amazing Celebrations You Shouldn't Miss." This captivating book invites you to journey through diverse cultures and traditions, revealing the beauty and uniqueness of festivals from every corner of the globe. Whether you're an avid traveler, a cultural enthusiast, or simply curious about the world, this book offers an enchanting exploration of humanity's most cherished celebrations. Unveil the magic of festivals that have captivated hearts for centuries. From the colorful Holi festival in India, where participants joyfully douse each other in vibrant powders, to the serene and mesmerizing Lantern Festival in China, where the night sky is illuminated with thousands of glowing lanterns, each celebration is a testament to the rich heritage and communal spirit of its people. Dive into the rhythmic beats of Brazil's Carnival, feel the solemn reverence of Japan's Obon Festival, and experience the exuberant joy of Germany's Oktoberfest. Every page turn introduces a new spectacle, a new story, and a deeper understanding of the world's diverse cultures. This book is not just a collection of descriptions; it is a gateway to experiencing these festivals firsthand.
Duration - 9h 15m.
Author - Jennie Hickman.
Narrator - Digital Voice Alistair G.
Published Date - Thursday, 16 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Timothy Pinkert ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Discover the vibrant tapestry of global celebrations with "Festivals of the World: Amazing Celebrations You Shouldn't Miss." This captivating book invites you to journey through diverse cultures and traditions, revealing the beauty and uniqueness of festivals from every corner of the globe. Whether you're an avid traveler, a cultural enthusiast, or simply curious about the world, this book offers an enchanting exploration of humanity's most cherished celebrations. Unveil the magic of festivals that have captivated hearts for centuries. From the colorful Holi festival in India, where participants joyfully douse each other in vibrant powders, to the serene and mesmerizing Lantern Festival in China, where the night sky is illuminated with thousands of glowing lanterns, each celebration is a testament to the rich heritage and communal spirit of its people. Dive into the rhythmic beats of Brazil's Carnival, feel the solemn reverence of Japan's Obon Festival, and experience the exuberant joy of Germany's Oktoberfest. Every page turn introduces a new spectacle, a new story, and a deeper understanding of the world's diverse cultures. This book is not just a collection of descriptions; it is a gateway to experiencing these festivals firsthand. Duration - 9h 15m. Author - Jennie Hickman. Narrator - Digital Voice Alistair G. Published Date - Thursday, 16 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Timothy Pinkert ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1: Introduction to Festivals 5
Duration:00:00:04
The Importance of Festivals 5
Duration:00:09:22
Understanding Cultural Celebrations 10
Duration:00:07:03
Types of Festivals 14
Duration:00:09:43
Why Festivals Matter 19
Duration:00:06:43
Chapter 2: New Year Celebrations 24
Duration:00:00:04
Chinese New Year 24
Duration:00:06:09
Western New Year 28
Duration:00:07:02
Thai Songkran Festival 32
Duration:00:06:11
Hogmanay in Scotland 35
Duration:00:06:58
Diwali: The Festival of Lights 39
Duration:00:08:48
Chapter 3: Religious Festivals 45
Duration:00:00:04
Easter: Christianity's Holiest Day 45
Duration:00:08:12
Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr 50
Duration:00:06:39
Hanukkah: The Jewish Festival of Lights 54
Duration:00:07:59
Vesak: Buddha's Birthday 58
Duration:00:06:35
Kumbh Mela: The Hindu Pilgrimage 62
Duration:00:07:54
Chapter 4: Harvest Festivals 67
Duration:00:00:04
Thanksgiving in North America 67
Duration:00:07:13
Mid-Autumn Festival in China 71
Duration:00:05:56
Pongal in India 74
Duration:00:06:40
Chuseok in Korea 78
Duration:00:07:55
Lammas in the UK 83
Duration:00:06:39
Chapter 5: Spring Festivals 87
Duration:00:00:03
Holi: The Festival of Colors 87
Duration:00:08:07
Nowruz: Persian New Year 91
Duration:00:06:45
Cherry Blossom Festival in Japan 95
Duration:00:06:16
Spring Equinox Celebrations 99
Duration:00:07:13
Carnival in Brazil 103
Duration:00:06:49
Chapter 6: Summer Festivals 108
Duration:00:00:04
Midsummer Celebrations in Scandinavia 108
Duration:00:07:18
Glastonbury Festival in the UK 112
Duration:00:08:18
La Tomatina in Spain 117
Duration:00:07:36
San Fermín: Running of the Bulls 121
Duration:00:08:14
Bastille Day in France 126
Duration:00:07:23
Chapter 7: Winter Festivals 131
Duration:00:00:04
Christmas Around the World 131
Duration:00:09:11
Yule: The Pagan Winter Festival 136
Duration:00:07:04
St. Nicholas Day in Europe 140
Duration:00:10:05
Sapporo Snow Festival in Japan 146
Duration:00:07:10
New Year's Eve in Times Square 150
Duration:00:05:57
Chapter 8: Cultural Festivals 154
Duration:00:00:04
Oktoberfest in Germany 154
Duration:00:06:58
Mardi Gras in New Orleans 158
Duration:00:09:44
Rio Carnival in Brazil 163
Duration:00:06:43
Venice Carnival in Italy 167
Duration:00:06:43
Dia de los Muertos in Mexico 170
Duration:00:08:01
Chapter 9: Music Festivals 176
Duration:00:00:04
Coachella in the USA 176
Duration:00:06:53
Tomorrowland in Belgium 180
Duration:00:06:33
Glastonbury Festival in the UK 183
Duration:00:07:57
Fuji Rock Festival in Japan 188
Duration:00:08:00
Sziget Festival in Hungary 192
Duration:00:09:23
Chapter 10: Food Festivals 198
Duration:00:00:03
La Tomatina in Spain 198
Duration:00:06:33
Oktoberfest in Germany 202
Duration:00:10:38
Pizzafest in Italy 208
Duration:00:05:07
Maine Lobster Festival in the USA 211
Duration:00:05:56
Salon du Chocolat in France 214
Duration:00:06:09
Chapter 11: Historical Festivals 219
Duration:00:00:04
Bastille Day in France 219
Duration:00:07:26
Independence Day in the USA 223
Duration:00:08:03
Guy Fawkes Night in the UK 228
Duration:00:08:41
Cinco de Mayo in Mexico 233
Duration:00:06:22
ANZAC Day in Australia and New Zealand 236
Duration:00:05:53
Chapter 12: Family Festivals 241
Duration:00:00:04
Mother's Day Around the World 241
Duration:00:22:51
Father's Day Celebrations 254
Duration:00:06:28
Family Reunions and Gatherings 257
Duration:00:06:36
National Grandparents Day 261
Duration:00:07:32
Children's Day Celebrations 265
Duration:00:07:55
Chapter 13: Regional Festivals 271
Duration:00:00:04
Inti Raymi in Peru 271
Duration:00:07:48
Naadam Festival in Mongolia 275
Duration:00:05:11
Festival of the Sun in Egypt 278
Duration:00:08:43
Harbin Ice and Snow World in China 283
Duration:00:08:08
Sundance Film Festival in the USA 288
Duration:00:06:52
Chapter 14: Modern Festivals 293
Duration:00:00:04
Burning Man in the USA 293
Duration:00:06:55
Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas 297
Duration:00:05:31
Comic-Con International in San Diego 300
Duration:00:06:51
Art Basel in Switzerland and Miami Beach 304
Duration:00:05:42
Tomorrowland Winter in France 307
Duration:00:07:01
Chapter 15: Unique and Unusual Festivals 312
Duration:00:00:05
Boryeong Mud Festival in South Korea 312
Duration:00:06:00
Up Helly Aa in Scotland 315
Duration:00:05:57
Cheese Rolling Festival in the UK 319
Duration:00:08:12
Night of the Radishes in Mexico 323
Duration:00:06:26
Kanamara Matsuri in Japan 327
Duration:00:06:37