Carnival / Mardi Gras / Fat Tuesday
A Christian holiday and popular cultural phenomenon, Mardi Gras dates
back thousands of years to pagan spring and fertility rites. Also known
as Carnival, it is celebrated in many countries around the world–mainly
those with large Roman Catholic populations–on the day before
the religious season of Lent begins. Brazil, Venice and New Orleans play
host to some of the holiday's most famous public festivities, drawing
thousands of tourists and revelers every year. If you want to know some more about Carnival, click on the following links.
Carnival around the World 1
Carnival around the World 2
Valentine's Day
Every February 14th, in many places around the world, candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint, and where did these traditions come from? Find out about the history of this centuries-old holiday.
Valentine's Day games
Valentine's Day crafts
