Peru holidays are celebrated with traditional festivities and feasts. People go to the Churches for prayers during religious holidays. And on national holidays, people attend and watch parades and processions in honor of the heroes who died during the battles.
Saturday, 1 January 2011: New Year’s Day
On New Year ’s Day, people in Paraguay will see amazing displays of fireworks, attend parties and eat traditional food. Festivities, booths and games are opened in the capital to celebrate the New Year in a concert or public party.
Thursday, 21 April 2011: Maundy Thursday
Maundy Thursday is a religious Christian holiday that commemorates Christ’s “Last Supper” with his disciples. On this day, people go to churches and offer prayers and ask for forgiveness.
Friday, 22 April 2011: Good Friday
This religious Christian holiday commemorates the crucifixion of Christ. People go to churches and offer prayers and seek confession.
Sunday, 1 May 2011: Labor Day
The works of the people and laborers are celebrated this day.
Wednesday, 29 June 2011: Saints Peter and Paul’s Day
With St. Peter being the patron saint of fishermen, this holiday is usually celebrated in fishing villages with processions having decorative boats with the image of the Saint.
Thursday, 28 July 2011: Independence Day
Friday, 29 July 2011: Independence Day Holiday
This public holiday celebrates Peru’s independence from Spain.
Tuesday, 30 August 2011: Santa Rosa de Lima Day
This is to celebrate the Feast of St. Rose of Lima who was a Christian Saint.
Saturday, 8 October 2011: Battle of Angamos Day
This day is to remember the lost battle of Angamos, where Peru lost against Chile forces. Military parades and celebrations in honor of Admiral Grau and those who fought during this battle are held.
Tuesday, 1 November 2011: All Saints’ Day
This day is to commemorate all Christian Saints.
Thursday, 8 December 2011: Immaculate Conception
This religious holiday celebrates the conception of Mary as “Immaculate” and “Pure”.
Sunday, 25 December 2011: Christmas Day
This religious Christian holiday celebrates the birth of Jesus.
No related posts.
