It is called the Day of Princes and it marks what can be best called the State of the Union of the Netherlands. The Dutch monarch rides with horses and golden carriage to the parliament to deliver the speech of the year, every third Tuesday of September, cheered by tens of thousands along the way. […]
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Valborg, the Celebration of Spring
When it comes to Sweden and its parties it is Midsummer that often mesmerizes. Less known is the celebration of the coming of Spring. Simply called Valborg by most Swedes April 30 is a day of bonfires across the country. The student city of Uppsala, close to Stockholm, offers a real treat. A spectacular start […]
Carnival warming Swedish hearts
One time a year before the real Summer starts the Swedish city of Uppsala warms up by Latin music and dance. The Carnival of Cultures in May puts some light in the hearts of the people. The event takes two days and is currently in its eight year. Kulturernas Karneval is filled with concerts, workshops, […]