Major Holidays in Germany

1. January 1 New Year's Day ? ( Neujahrstag ) ? : ?

New Year's Day, also known as the " New Calendar Year ", refers to January 1 of the current calendar. However, before 1911, " New Year's Day " is today's " Spring Festival ", also known as the summer calendar New Year. New Year's Day is an official holiday in many countries or regions around the world.

2. January 6 Epiphany ? ( Heilige ? Drei ? K ? nige ):

Epiphany (Greek: επιφ?νεια, English: Epiphany, meaning appearing or showing; commonly known as Baptism in Orthodox Christianity) is an important Catholic and Christian feast day to commemorate and celebrate the first appearance of Jesus to the Gentiles (referring to the Three Wise Men of the East) after he was born as a human being; Epiphany is celebrated on January 6 every year.

3. March 30 Good Friday ? ( Karfreitag ):

Good Friday, also known as Good Friday, is the day when Christian believers commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, the Friday before Easter. According to the Bible, Jesus was crucified on the 14th day of the month of Nisan in the Jewish calendar in 33 A.D. at about 9:00 a.m., and died at about 3:00 p.m. The only thing Jesus commanded his disciples was that they were to die on the cross. Jesus' only command to his disciples was to commemorate his death.

4. April 1 Easter ? ( Ostern ): ?

Easter (Lord's Resurrection Day) is an important Western holiday that falls on the first Sunday after the full moon on the spring equinox each year. Christians believe that Easter symbolizes rebirth and hope, and commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his crucifixion between 30 and 33 AD. If there is an Easter holiday in the region, it is usually observed in conjunction with Good Friday.

5. April 2 Easter Monday ? ( Ostermontag ): ?

Easter (Lord's Resurrection Day) is an important Western holiday that falls on the first Sunday after the full moon on the spring equinox each year. Christians believe that Easter symbolizes rebirth and hope, and commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his crucifixion between 30 and 33 AD.

6. May 1, International Labor Day ? ( Tag ? der ? Arbeit ): ?

International Labor Day, also known as " May 1 International Labor Day ", " International Day of Demonstrations ", is a labor day in most countries of the world.

7. May 10 Ascension of Christ Day ? ( Christi ? Himmelfahrt ) : ?

Christ Ascension Day commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven forty days after the resurrection. This is confirmed in the Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed. Since Easter falls on Sunday, this feast is celebrated on Thursday.

8. October 31 All Saints' Day ? ( Allerheiligen ):

Halloween is a holiday celebrated by both Catholic and Orthodox churches. Roman Catholics recognize the feast ( Festum ? omnium ? sanctorum) on November 1, followed by the Feast of All Souls on November 2, a celebration of the first order, consisting of a Vigil and an eight-day period of celebration.

Extended information

German culture:

Germany has many festivals, such as Oktoberfest in Munich and Christopher Street Day (Pride Parade) in Cologne, Berlin Cultural Carnival (Karneval der Kulturen), Mainz Carnival, Cologne Carnival, etc., are folk festivals with a long history and international reputation.

Germany has 37 UNESCO-certified World Heritage Sites.

German society attaches importance to gender equality and the rights of the impaired, and is socially and legislatively tolerant of homosexuality, with homosexuals being able to adopt their partner's biological children and civil unions being recognized since 2001. Germany's attitude towards immigration has also changed. Since the mid-1990s, the German government and the majority of the population have welcomed qualified immigrants. A global poll conducted by the BBC in 2011 ranked Germany as the country with the highest positive influence.

The number 13 is taboo; Friday the 13th is considered ominous. It dislikes the color red, red and black, and brown, especially dark green. The symbols of the Nazis or their legions are forbidden by law, and the chrysanthemum, rose (used only in mourning), and bat motifs are disliked. Walnuts are taboo.

Flower delivery is forbidden for chrysanthemums, roses, roses, the number of only and flowers cannot be 13 or even, flowers are not wrapped in paper. It is forbidden to send items that are too personal. Gift wrapping paper is not used in black, white and brown, nor can it be wrapped with colored ribbons.

Reference Baidu Encyclopedia - Germany