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Holidays Around the WorldAll Countries • All Holidays • Major Religions • Multi-CulturalPortugal HolidaysChristmas Is Celebrated in Portugal
Christmas Day: December 25Christmas Day is a public holiday in Portugal. December 25 is Christmas Day in Portugal. There is usually no work, most shops are closed, and the country almost stops completely. It is the day that the birth of Jesus is celebrated, and it is an important day for families to get together and enjoy some quality time. Immaculate Conception Day Celebrated in Portugal
Immaculate Conception Day Date: December 8Immaculate Conception Day is a public holiday in Portugal. The Immaculate Conception Day celebrates the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary. It is celebrated on December 8, after the Nativity of Mary, which is celebrated on September 8. It is the patron feast day celebrating Nossa Senhora da Imaculada Conceição, or “Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception” in English. Portugal Marks the Restoration of Independence
Restoration of Independence Date: December 1Restoration of Independence is a public holiday in Portugal. The Restoration of Independence is the name given to the revolt started in December 1, 1640 against the the Spanish Filipine dynasty in Portugal. This revolt gave way to the beginning of the Portuguese Dynasty of the House of Bragança and the restoration of the Independence of Portugal from the Spanish kings. This event is celebrated every year in Portugal on December 1. Portugal Day Celebrated Around the Globe
Portugal Day: June 10Portugal Day is a holiday celebrated in Portuguese communities around the world. Portugal Day, or sometimes called Camões Day, is celebrated by Portuguese communities the world over to commemorate the unity of the Portuguese who have settled in all parts of the Earth. Ascension Day Celebrated by Christians Around the World
Ascension Day: May 13Ascension Day is a Christian holiday celebrated around the world. In Christian doctrine, Ascension Day marks the day that Jesus ascended into heaven after he was resurrected. Also known as the Feast of Ascension, this day is generally observed by Catholics and Anglicans, and in most cases, it occurs 40 days after Easter. As the calculation of forty days after Sunday falls on a Thursday, it is also known as Holy Thursday. However, in some countries, the Roman Catholic Church has received permission to move the observance to the following Sunday as a way to encourage more Catholics to participate in the most important feasts. Next Page » |
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