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St Andrew's Day
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St Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland and St Andrew's Day is a bank holiday in Scotland.
St Andrew's Day in the United Kingdom
Date: Celebrated annually on November 30th.
Significance: St Andrew's Day is dedicated to Saint Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland, and is Scotland's official national day. While not a public holiday across the entire UK, it is a bank holiday in Scotland.
History:
Saint Andrew was an apostle of Jesus Christ and brother to Saint Peter.
His association with Scotland dates back to the alleged relocation of his relics to the Scottish town of St Andrews in the 4th century.
The saltire, or St Andrew's Cross, is a symbol of Scotland and features on its flag.
Traditions:
Traditional Scottish foods such as haggis, neeps (turnips), and tatties (potatoes) are commonly enjoyed.
Ceilidhs – traditional Gaelic social gatherings with folk music and dancing – are popular events.
In schools and cultural institutions, there may be special programs or assemblies focusing on Scottish history and culture.
Activities:
Parades and festivals take place in various towns across Scotland.
The Scottish government has often used the day to celebrate Scottish culture worldwide with events promoting "Scotland Week."
Some Scots wear a thistle, which is Scotland’s national emblem, in honor of St Andrew.