The BFI London Film Festival, Oct 4th-15th, often simply referred to as the London Film Festival, stands as the United Kingdom's most prominent public film extravaganza. This annual cinematic celebration, now in its remarkable 55th year, unfurls its cinematic tapestry in the latter half of October under the auspices of the British Film Institute. The […]
Diwali, November 12th, also known as the "Festival of Lights," is a vibrant and culturally rich celebration that extends for around five official days but often lasts even longer. During this festival, people engage in a multitude of traditions, including the exchange of gifts, the lighting of butter and oil lanterns, and the spectacular display […]
Thanksgiving Day, Nov 24th, is an annual national holiday in the United States and Canada celebrating the harvest and other blessings of the past year. In the US Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November while in Canada nearly one month and a half earlier (second Monday of October). Thanksgiving has deep roots […]
Loi Krathong, Nov 27th, is one of the most picturesque and most romantic festivals of Thailand, falling on the night of full moon of the 12th lunar month. The moon appears exceptionally bright, beautiful and full. Young couples draped in traditional finery gather around lakes, rivers and canals to pay respects to the goddess of […]
Christmas Day, Dec 25th, is an annual festival that commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, widely observed as a significant religious and cultural celebration embraced by billions of people across the globe. It serves as a pivotal feast within the Christian liturgical calendar, following the season of Advent or the Nativity Fast and heralding the […]