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European Celebrations for 2022 World Chocolate Day: July 7th
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European Countries' Midsummer Celebrations: A Unique and Colorful Tradition

Europe is a continent with a rich history and diverse cultures. One of the most unique and colorful traditions observed in many European countries is the celebration of Midsummer. This tradition takes place on or around the summer solstice, which falls on the week of June 21st this year. Each country celebrates Midsummer in its own way, but all celebrations share some common elements. In this blog post, we will explore the history and customs of Midsummer celebrations in several European countries! Germany In Germany, Midsummer is known as Sommernacht, or "Summer Night." One of the most...
Father's Day Across Europe: Dates and Traditions
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Father's Day is celebrated in a number of European countries, with different dates and traditions than what is celebrate in the USA. In this blog post, we will take a look at Father's Day across a few countries in Europe.
Celebrate Europe Day with These Fun Facts About the EU
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May 9, 2022 is Europe Day, a day to commemorate the anniversary of the Schuman Declaration. This declaration was made on May 9, 1950 by French Foreign Minister Robert Schuman and proposed the creation of a European Coal and Steel Community. This community would unite France and West Germany in an effort to prevent future wars between these countries. The European Union has come a long way since then, and now includes 28 member states. In celebration of Europe Day, we have gathered some fun facts about the EU! -The EU has a population of over 500 million people. -The...
11 Fascinating Ways Europeans Celebrate May Day

Europeans know how to celebrate in style! Every country has their own unique way of ringing in May Day. Here are 11 of the most fascinating traditions from around the continent: 1. Spain - The Running of the Bulls 2. Italy - The Festival of Flowers 3. Greece - Flora's Dance 4. Norway - Children's Day 5. Poland - Czarny Protest 6. Romania - Painted Eggs 7. Sweden - Walpurgis Night 8. United Kingdom - Morris Dancing 9. Ukraine - International Workers' Day 10. France - La Fete du Travailleur et de la Travailleuse 11. Germany - Maibaumaufstellen ...