S T D A V I D S D A Y
St David is the patron Saint of Wales and every year on the 1st March, there are celebrations throughout Wales in remembrance of his death.
Saint David was born near the end of the fifth century, he was the founder of a Celtic monastery located at a place known as The Vale of Roses. Saint David spent his life as a faithful monk and teacher at his monastery. His monastery is recognised by the Welsh as an important shrine in Christianity and today Saint David's Cathedral is found at The Vale of Roses.
In modern times, in the United States, March 1 is the official day of the Welsh people. The Welsh in the United States will wear a symbol of a daffodil called a leek. The leek represents how the Welsh of the past recognised each other amongst British enemies dressed in disguise.
Today, in Wales, Saint David's Day parades are held all over Wales. The largest parade and celebration is held in the city of Cardiff. A massive food festival is also held on Queen Street in Cardiff. After the parade is over, Welsh entertainers perform music and plays as people enjoy the festival.
Cardiff is not the only city to celebrate Saint David's Day with parades and feasts, but is by far the largest and most popular amongst the Welsh. The daffodil or leek, which was Saint David's personal symbol is still worn today as it was as early as the 18th century to Honor Saint David.
Celebrate St David's Day on Thursday 1 March 2012 with a Wales flag and dress your kids in a boys friendly dragon costume.
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