Welcome to the World Holidays Subject Guide. The purpose of this guide is to provide an overview of selected holidays celebrated around the world. Use this guide to find resources for more information on these holidays and others.
A guide to the legend and lore behind the traditions, rituals, foods, games, animals, and other symbols and activities associated with holidays and holy days, feasts and fasts, and other celebrations, covering ancient, calendar, religious, historic, folkloric, national, promotional, and sporting events, as observed in the United States and around the world.
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