The dads are unique, so they deserve that once a year we pay tribute. Today , March 19, Father's Day is celebrated in Spain , but did you know that it is not celebrated in all countries of the world? Not even the same day! In this post we review some of the most curious celebrations of Father's Day and collect some information about Father's Day around the world.
Father's Day in the USA: Father's Day
The origin of this holiday in the United States dates back to June 10, 1910 when a woman, Sonora Smart, wanted to recognize the merit of her father. The man, a war veteran, was soon widowed and had to take care of running the family farm and raising his children. The gesture of Sonora became a vindication towards the father figure and after several years, specifically in 1972, President Richard Nixon declared it a national holiday. Since then, Father's Day is celebrated on the third Sunday of June. A curious fact is that the golf tournament 'United States Open' is scheduled to end precisely on Father's Day.
Father's Day in Germany: Herrentag or Männertag
It is celebrated 40 days after Easter Sunday and coincides with the day of Ascension. Father's Day in Germany is synonymous with fun for men. In fact, Männertag means "men's day" and many take the opportunity to make large barbecues in the garden or tour the taverns of the city. But the most typical custom of Father's Day in Germany is the so-called Bollerwagen. It is a traditional mountain expedition with carriages, tractors with trailers and wheelbarrows full of regional food and beer. Some even prepare their vehicle weeks before to have it ready for the occasion.
Father's Day in Japan: Chichi No Hi
As in the United States, Father's Day in Japan is celebrated on the third Sunday in June, although it is not a holiday in the country. In addition to regular gifts like sweets, food and premium drinks (Kobe steak, sake bottles) one of the most typical Father's Day gifts in Japan is the ceramic glasses with the engraved name. They are intended to serve tea or beer as this material helps to better preserve the temperature of the drink, whether hot or cold.
Father's Day in Nepal: Gokarna Aunsi
It is about the celebration celebrated by the Hindu community, the majority in the country. Father's Day, celebrated on August 25, is a strictly family holiday in Nepal. Young people buy gifts for adults and the elderly pay their respects to the ancestors by depositing flowers and praying prayers in temples dedicated to Shiva.
Father's Day in Italy: San Giuseppe
March 19 is also Father's Day in Italy. In some regions, for example, Sicily, the day of San Giuseppe is an event for the senses. The squares of the villages are filled with authentic banquets and the most typical dessert of this festival is tasted: the Zeppole di San Giuseppe . These are sweet fried rings filled with custard, fruits in syrup and covered with sugar.
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