Today's date is related to several traditions, church holidays and folk signs. Find out what holiday March 13 is celebrated in the world and Ukraine who celebrates the Angel Day and what celebrities were born that day.
Church holiday
On March 13, the new calendar honors the memory of Patriarch Nikifor Constantinople, who was persecuted through his faith. According to the old style, believers celebrate the day of the monk-songwriter Vasily.
Holidays in Ukraine and the world
There are no official national holidays in Ukraine today, but March 13 celebrates some interesting international dates:
- The day of jewelry is a great reason to entertain yourself or loved ones with jewelry.
- World kidney day - reminiscent of the importance of healthy lifestyles and prevention of kidney disease.
- Ken's Day Day - dedicated to the legendary partner Barbie, who first appeared on sale on March 13, 1961.
- Endometriosis Day - draws attention to women's health and the importance of medical examinations.
- Fur Days Day - symbolically reminiscent of this unusual accessory, invented in 1873.
- School Nutrition Day - draws attention to the quality of food in schools and its impact on the health of children.
Birthday March 13
New style today is celebrated by Gregory, Michael, Nicholas, Alexander and Christina.
Old style - Arseniy, Vasily, Nestor, Simon, Kira and Marina.
Historical personalities born on March 13
Born on this day:
- Yuri Andrukhovych is a well -known Ukrainian poet, writer and translator.
- Stepan Vitvitsky - President of the Ukrainian People's Republic in exile.
- Karl Shinkel is a prominent German architect who has left a significant trace in European art.
- Joseph II is the Roman emperor, known to reformer initiatives.
- Jacques Fresco is an American futurologist and inventor, author of the concept of "resource-oriented economy".
Folk signs and traditions
People are called Nikiforov's Day on March 13. This date is believed to be favorable for treatment and recovery. Our ancestors believed that the floor washing on this day would help keep your health ahead.
Weather signs:
- Rain this day is a rich harvest of fruits and vegetables.
- Returning geese from the river - to warming.
- The thunderstorm in March - to lush vegetation and a large number of weeds.
- Fog in the morning - to the rainy end of the month.
