Asia

Philippines

Bayanihan
-It is the spirit of communal unity or effort to achieve a particular objective.
-A famous example of this is the neighbors carrying a hut or house to a new
location.
-People nowadays use it to describe an outpouring of community spirit-as
people give their all to the common good, without expecting recognition or
personal gain.

China

Chinese New Year

-It is the most important festival celebrated all over the country.
-It is a time for families to be together.
-The New Year's Eve dinner is called Reunion Dinner, and is believed to be the
most important meal of the year.

Nepal

Maghe Sangkranti
-Maghe Sangkranti has a great importance in the Nepalese society.
-This festival is observed to mark the end of winter season.
-This day marks the New Year in their community.

Georgia

Wine Making
-For many centuries winemaking was not only the basis of economic riches of
Georgia but also a part of its spiritual culture.
-Wine strengthens the national spirit, and unites guests of traditional
Caucasian feasts.

Israel

Rosh Hashanah
-Rosh Hashanah, the holiday that marks the beginning of the Jewish year.
-The holiday is two days according to tradition started in the Diaspora when
the onset of the new moon.
-Rosh Hashanah commemorates the culmination of the creation of the
universe and acceptance of Gods sovereignty over the world.

Africa
Libya

Liberation Day
-The newly started Liberation Day is held on October 23, the exact day in
2011.
-It is when the Libyan people broke free from the tyrannical rule of the
Gaddafi family.
-Its a national holiday, marked in Tripoli and across the land with gatherings
in Martyrs Square and other city and town centers.

Ethiopia

Timkat
-The most important festival in the Ethiopian calendar, Timkat is the Ethiopian
Orthodox celebration of Epiphany.
-It celebrates the Baptism of Christ in the River Jordan by John the Baptist.
-Timkat is a three-day affair and all the ceremonies are conducted with great
pomp.

Morocco

Drinking Mint Tea

-It plays an important role in Moroccans social lives, from serving as a drink
of hospitality in homes and souks to uniting caf patrons

Kenya

Mombasa Carnival
-Mombasa Carnival is apparently the most popular festival in Kenya.
-The festival features numerous traditions and ethnicity in Kenya.

Angola

Lubango Festival
-The feast of Our Lady of the Hill is a 30-day event that takes place in the city
of Lubango, Angola southern Huila province, each year in August.

Rubrics:
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Total: 100%

Kassandra Khalil A. Alombro

Grade VIII-Jose N. Rodriguez