Bright and forever sunny Brazil ranks 22nd in the ranking of countries in terms of population happiness. With such a high rate, the local population likes to arrange additional reasons for joy, which is why Brazil annually celebrates 8 national holidays.
Carnival and Tiradentes Memorial Day
After the celebration of the New Year, which is traditionally celebrated from January 31 to January 1, the inhabitants of Brazil plunge into preparation for the grand carnival, which takes place in February in Rio de Janeiro.
Thousands of tourists from all over the world flock to this fantastic show in terms of scale and atmosphere.
After the carnival, the Brazilians are waiting for the next holiday in the queue - Tiradentes Day. It is celebrated on April 21 of each year. Tiradentis is the patron saint of Brazil and its national hero. The brave Tiradentis, who lived in the 18th century, fought for equality in his country until the last.
After three years in custody of Tiradentis, the highest authorities decided to execute him. On April 21, 1792 he was executed by hanging, after which he was quartered. Moreover, his death was terrifying. The head of the national hero was exposed, like an exhibit, in the square, and the rest of the body in other places. But his heroism and feat were appreciated later.
On this day, April 21, organizations, schools and factories do not work in Brazil. And the local people arrange festivities.
World Labor Day
As in many other countries, the May 1 holiday in Brazil is stably celebrated every year. On this day, in some cities in Brazil, meetings are held against small salaries and irregular working hours. People take to the streets with posters and slogans.
For the rest of the population, the May 1 holiday is just an additional day off - a day when you can go out into the countryside and, having gathered a large company, fry the meat on the grill.
independence Day
After a hot summer, September comes. And with it, Brazil's Independence Day, celebrated annually on September 7th. The event is very large-scale and takes place very loudly and magnificently. A military parade is being prepared for this day in the capital of Brazil - the top officials of the country will certainly participate in it.
Music plays everywhere, balloons and ice cream are sold. Locals really love this day and treat it with great respect. This is one of the most significant holidays in Brazil.
Day of Our Lady and Children's Day
October 12 is the day of the patroness of the Brazilian people - the Virgin Mary. This religious holiday is celebrated by all believers in the country. On this day, many go to church with their entire families.
Also on October 12, residents celebrate Children's Day. There are similar holidays in every country. On Children's Day, it is customary to devote all of their time to their children. Some families go to cinemas for cartoons, others go to an amusement park or nature. In connection with two holidays in Brazil, masquerade performances and concerts are held in the central squares.
November 2 - Day of all the departed
This day is officially recognized as a day off. From early morning, Brazilians go to cemeteries to put in order the graves of their near and dear ones. There they arrange flowers and light candles. And at lunch they gather at the table to honor the memory of those who are gone.
November 15 - Proclamation Day of the Republic of Brazil
On the day the monarchy ceased to exist, the emperor's family was expelled from Brazil. Despite everything, the change of government was given to the country quite easily and did not entail war and disagreement. On this day, Brazilians celebrate and gather in large, cheerful companies at the table.
Christmas in Brazil
Since Brazil is distinguished by its hot climate, even in the midst of winter, the air temperature does not drop below +30 degrees. But no one has canceled Santa Claus in a fur coat, and local residents want to at least dream up on the topic of snow. Therefore, Brazilians decorate their Christmas trees with cotton wool or artificial snow from spray cans.
Brazil is distinguished by a large number of devout people. Therefore, on holidays the churches are crowded with parishioners. Another interesting feature of the Christmas holidays in Brazil is that on this day, residents take to the streets, that is, they do not gather at a large table with a mass of refreshments, but leave the houses in the central squares.
Everywhere music sounds, fireworks rattle and crackers explode. However, Brazilians are also familiar with the feeling of a family home holiday. That is exactly what Christmas Eve is going on December 24th. On this day, young generations come to the elders and the family organizes a chic table and presents. According to tradition, a turkey is cooked on Christmas Eve, but not ordinary, but stuffed with ham.
Christmas holidays in Brazil are just as noisy and provocatively as almost anywhere in the world. Children look forward to gifts and sweets, and adults return to childhood again and again - at a time when the fairy tale was a reality.