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Countries where the celebration of Halloween is prohibited

Politiko 2024-10-28 13:29:43

Countries where the celebration of Halloween is prohibited

Halloween is a word that originates from the United Kingdom, which refers to the expression "All Hallows' Eve" or "All Saint's Eve". This Catholic tradition is celebrated on November 1, All Saints Day, as a tribute to those who are no longer with us.

With globalization, the name of this holiday has evolved to become known as Halloween around the world. This holiday marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter, bringing with it traditions and customs associated with seasonal changes.

The night of October 31 has evolved into a costume party that is enjoyed not only by children, but also by adults. The harvest, as a tradition, is no longer celebrated as it once was, as working in the fields has become increasingly distant for most people. However, some countries, such as Uzbekistan, ban this holiday. Since 2011, by a presidential decree, Halloween has been banned there for religious reasons, as it is considered to glorify the devil and is ideologically unacceptable.

There is also a region in France, Vendargues, where Halloween is partially banned; there the wearing of clown costumes is banned due to a crime wave involving this disguise. In China, costumes are also banned on the Beijing subway, as scary makeup or clothing can cause panic and riots.

In modern Japan, Halloween has gained popularity, especially in cities like Tokyo, but it is not a traditional holiday. The same situation applies to South Korea, Israel, Latvia, Croatia, Russia and Egypt. In countries such as Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Papua New Guinea and Samoa, the holiday is banned for religious reasons.

Halloween, with its pagan roots, is celebrated on October 31 and is gaining more and more followers around the world. One of the most popular symbols of this holiday is the carved pumpkin with a candle inside, known as the Jack-o'-lantern. While this symbol has become iconic for Halloween, it is relatively new, originating in the 19th century. Hollow vegetables with scary faces are now an irreplaceable symbol of this holiday.

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