Ancient Origins of Halloween. The roots of Halloween can be traced back to the Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in), celebrated by the Celts in Ireland, Scotland, and Northern France ...

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New research reveals that ancient Easter Island was not isolated but played a key role in spreading ceremonial traditions ...

How Scotland is reviving an ancient pagan ritual. This Celtic celebration of fire and fertility culminates in the marriage of the May Queen and the Green Man—and the arrival of summer.

Costa Rica, with its lush rainforests, stunning coastlines, and rich biodiversity, is also a land steeped in spiritual and cultural heritage. Beyond ...

The Odisha government plans to copyright Lord Jagannath temple rituals to protect ancient traditions, amid concerns over ISKCON’s untimely foreign celebrations and West Bengal's ‘Jagannath Dham’ row.

Fun facts about Valentine’s Day: From ancient rituals to modern celebrations. Valentine’s Day, on February 14th, is known for love, gifts, and proposals, but its history is filled with surprises ...

Modern Olympians might not compete naked or offer blood tributes to the gods. But there are a number of rituals you'll see at this year's Games that carry ancient religious roots.