Halloween
Halloween was originally a pagan occasion; it is a legacy of Celtic rituals and, more significantly, of the feast of Samhain. It was an opportunity to speak with the spirits of ancestors and other spirits. Today, as part of our Halloween celebration, my family and I will don extravagant costumes and go from house to house searching for treats. Many children go from one person's house to another to get candy. A common term used on Halloween is "trick or treat," which literally translates as "if you do not give me candy, I will play a joke on you." It is a game of a kind, a mild form of blackmailing the other person.
Where did Halloween come from?
Samhain was a festival in Celtic culture, and this event gave rise to Halloween.
Halloween is a holiday that was first observed in Ireland and has its origins in Celtic culture. Best wishes to the Celts for the New Year! In addition, the year's conclusion on the Celtic calendar was not on December 31 as it is now, but instead on October 31 as it was three thousand years ago. This night, the very last one of the year, was the night when the god of death had his night to rule over the world (Samhain).
It is said that during October, when the days get shorter, the dead take advantage of the opportunity to pay a visit to the living. This is the basis of an urban legend. The ancient Celts participated in various ceremonies, including getting together with their friends and family on the evening of October 31 to celebrate. These get-togethers aimed to frighten the ghosts and prevent them from returning to tormenting the Celts in any way they could. Immigrants from Ireland are credited with bringing the tradition of celebrating Halloween to the United States for the first time.
Our Experience in these spooky places to celebrate Halloween:
1. NEW ORLEANS
In New Orleans, we know how to party. Whether it's during the carnival or all year. As a result, it should come as no surprise that the Louisiana capital ranks first on the list of the finest locations to celebrate Halloween. New Orleans is not simply a party city, but also a mystery. The voodoo practice is secular there, and the city is regarded as one of the most haunted in the United States. During Halloween, New Orleans goes all out to frighten visitors. On Frenchmen Street, locals and disguised visitors mix for unending street celebrations. Many places of relaxation and culture host Halloween-themed activities. Visiting New Orleans at Halloween is similar to visiting a ghoulish carnival.
2. LIMOGES
You probably do not want to travel to the farthest reaches of the globe to celebrate Halloween, do you? Rest assured that there are a great many places all around Europe where an event of this magnitude may be celebrated with the dignity and reverence that it justly deserves. Even in France, if you were wondering. It is probable that Limoges, located in France, is the city that puts on the most remarkable Halloween events. In point of fact, the prefecture of Haute-Vienne was one of the forerunners in introducing this holiday, which is traditionally observed in the United States, to the country of France. Since 1996, Limoges has been hosting several events and festivals, one of which is a significant parade. Participating in the game are retail businesses and locations of cultural and leisure interest. It should be no surprise that now is the ideal time to go spelunking in the caves under Limoges.
3. SALEM (MASSACHUSETTS)
Salem's participation in satanic rituals on Halloween. Salem is a town that is well known for being the site of the witch trials that took place in the 17th century. This town is located to the north of Boston. These days, the city plays host to a plethora of different Halloween events.
Salem, Massachusetts, is well-known throughout the United States for the witch trials that took place there toward the end of the 17th century and resulted in the deaths of twenty people accused of witchcraft. These trials took place in what is now known as the Salem Witch Trials. This incident left an indelible mark on the country's history since it was the bloodiest witch hunt that the young nation had ever seen. This ordinary episode in Salem's history is utilized all during October to create a particularly spooky atmosphere for the celebration of Halloween. This chapter took place in 1692. You can watch reenactments of trials and hangings and go to the actual places where these crimes happened.
4. LONDON
London... The City of Fog, London, with its occasionally exciting past, terrifying dungeons, not very comforting tiny lanes, or even the story of the most famous serial killer in the world, Jack the Ripper, serves as the ideal candidate for the holiday of Halloween because it has all of these characteristics and more. The total amount of land is comprised of the city of London in England. A ride on a haunted bus, a guided tour of haunted homes, the Dungeon of London, the Tower of London, a visit to London cemeteries, and a themed evening at one of the city's most popular nightclubs are just some of the possibilities that are available to you during your time in London during October.
5. DUBLIN
Halloween may have started with an old Gaelic ceremony first done in Ireland and Scotland.
In Dublin, you will get the impression that you have arrived just at the start of the Halloween season. In fact, the arrival of immigrants from Ireland and Scotland to the New World is mainly credited with introducing this holiday to the United States. Samhain was the name given to the event when it was first introduced into Gaelic culture. It is a festival that is celebrated in each and every one of Ireland's cities and towns.
6. MEXICO
The Mexican festival of Halloween is known as "Day of the Dead". And it is also known as "Dia de Los Muertos." If you've seen the movie "Coco" you probably have a general idea of this holiday. A festive and eerie festival that lasts for three days is how Mexicans honor their ancestors and loved ones who passed away on Halloween, which takes place every year on October 31. According to the local legend, the ghosts are said to remain on earth for three days. After that, those still alive present them with sacrifices and offerings. There is a certain degree of difference in the traditions practiced in each city. Nevertheless, you can be confident that the whole city will be moving to the beat of this particular Halloween party, no matter where you happen to be in Mexico. This event is quite popular in Mexico.
7. TRANSYLVANIA
It is well known that the legendary vampire Dracula originated in Transylvania. You are most likely aware that this mysterious figure was based on a real-life person who was very vivid and macabre in a similar way. Dracula was one of the aliases that Vlad III Basarab, also known as the Impaler (how cute is that?), used (son of the dragon in Romanian). When Bram Stoker penned the novel "Dracula," he gave his most well-known character (who would later become known as "Dracula") this title. Bran Castle, situated in Transylvania, is closely tied to the idea of Dracula due to its proximity to the region. It is said that the count was responsible for impaling hundreds of victims on the skewers that can be seen all around this castle. These unlucky victims were tormented with severe anguish right up until the moment they died.
8. EDINBURGH
Edinburgh is an excellent destination to celebrate Halloween due to the creepy atmosphere and architecture that can be found there.
The Halloween ceremonies held in Scotland are known as "Samhain's night." Even though Halloween is an Americanized adaption of a historic Celtic holiday, the core concept has not changed significantly. Historically, it was a ceremony that marked the conclusion of harvests and the beginning of the winter season, characterized by shorter days. The ancient Celts thought that around this time of year, the spirits of the departed would descend from their realm in the hereafter and go down to the earth below to spend the winter there. Edinburgh is essential to the development of Halloween as we know it today, and it makes for a fantastic setting for the activities associated with the festival.
On the other hand, the commemoration of its past is an excellent complement to it. Especially its smaller streets, such as Mary King Close, which is widely believed to be haunted by the people who have lived there and is known as a "ghost street." Or Edinburgh Castle in Scotland.
9. PRAGUE
Several locations in Prague have a natural tendency to cause individuals to get goosebumps. Dressing up in disguise or having pumpkins with faces carved into them is unnecessary.
Prague is often cited as one of the European cities with the most significant number of examples of Gothic architecture. As a result, this medieval-themed decor is ideal for commemorating Halloween in the most terrifying way possible in any given year. It is reasonable to conclude that people in the Czech Republic do not have the highest degree of enthusiasm for this event. On the other hand, this is more than accounted for because the city seems to be constructed just for Halloween; there is no shortage of spots that will naturally give you the shivers. You may take a guided tour of the old Jewish cemetery; go to the Museum of Torture or the Sedlec Ossuary, or take a walk around the alleyways of the Old Town. These options are great ways to spend your time in the Old Town.
10. NEW YORK
Each year, the 6th Avenue Halloween Parade in New York City is the craziest and most magnificent Halloween event in New York, with even more wonderful and horrifying costumes than the previous year. This event takes place on October 31.
Since 1973, the "New York's Village Halloween Parade" has been held annually without interruption. The event has the name "New York's Village Halloween Parade." It's the biggest Halloween party ever hosted anywhere in the vast universe!!!
The slogan "LET'S PLAY!" will serve as the overarching concept for the 48th edition, which will be held on October 31, 2021.
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