Religious and cultural observances

Pronounced "rid-van"  The Festival of Ridván meaning “the King of Festivals” runs for 12 days to commemorate […]

Celebrates the peak of spring, also called May Day. Fire is involved in the celebrations and celebrates […]

A solemn day of mourning marking the crucifixion of Christ. Can include fasting and prayer and the […]

Day of Easter for Orthodox Christians that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus.  Common greetings: "Happy Easter"  Religious […]

Celebrates the birth of the Christian church and descent of the Holy Spirit among the Apostles of […]