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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Customs Around the World" The Shroud of Turin: A mysterious relic believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ

Background imageCustoms Collection: Flags of various Cantons, Zurich, Switzerland, Europe

Flags of various Cantons, Zurich, Switzerland, Europe

Background imageCustoms Collection: Carved doorway, Chefferie, Bandjoun, Cameroon, West Africa, Africa

Carved doorway, Chefferie, Bandjoun, Cameroon, West Africa, Africa

Background imageCustoms Collection: Fortune-tellers chart, Taipei, Taiwan, Asia

Fortune-tellers chart, Taipei, Taiwan, Asia

Background imageCustoms Collection: Flag, Valletta, Malta, Europe

Flag, Valletta, Malta, Europe

Background imageCustoms Collection: Roadside mailbox, New Zealand, Pacific

Roadside mailbox, New Zealand, Pacific

Background imageCustoms Collection: Ryan Shaw, Montreal Jazz Festival, Montreal, province of Quebec, Canada, North America

Ryan Shaw, Montreal Jazz Festival, Montreal, province of Quebec, Canada, North America

Background imageCustoms Collection: Infant Jesus, Saint Gervais, Haute Savoie, France, Europe

Infant Jesus, Saint Gervais, Haute Savoie, France, Europe

Background imageCustoms Collection: Bishop, Landevennec, Finistere, Brittany, France, Europe

Bishop, Landevennec, Finistere, Brittany, France, Europe

Background imageCustoms Collection: Clergymans collar, Irigny, Rhones-Alpes, France, Europe

Clergymans collar, Irigny, Rhones-Alpes, France, Europe

Background imageCustoms Collection: Picture of the Virgin Mary, Marrakesh, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Picture of the Virgin Mary, Marrakesh, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Background imageCustoms Collection: Big heads for children (Cabezones), San Fermin festival, Pamplona, Navarra

Big heads for children (Cabezones), San Fermin festival, Pamplona, Navarra, Euskadi, Spain, Europe

Background imageCustoms Collection: Devotees waiting to do puja at Diwali, Jagdish temple, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Devotees waiting to do puja at Diwali, Jagdish temple, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Background imageCustoms Collection: May Day marchers with Cuban flags, Plaza de la Revolucion, Havana, Cuba

May Day marchers with Cuban flags, Plaza de la Revolucion, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Background imageCustoms Collection: Lotus candles placed by devotees in Kek Lok Si Buddhist temple, Air Itam

Lotus candles placed by devotees in Kek Lok Si Buddhist temple, Air Itam, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageCustoms Collection: London Opinion 1937

London Opinion 1937
Four glamorous ladies raise their glasses to toast the New Year in 1937

Background imageCustoms Collection: Detail of a sand painting

Detail of a sand painting, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Background imageCustoms Collection: Sir Benjamin Stone

Sir Benjamin Stone
SIR BENJAMIN STONE Statesman, MP for Birmingham, best known for his photography - portraits of politicians and British folklore customs and festivals

Background imageCustoms Collection: Carhampton Apple Tree

Carhampton Apple Tree
APPLE TREE CUSTOM Trees are toasted with mulled cider while singing a wassail song; cider-soaked toast is left for robins, and guns are fired to frighten evil spirits

Background imageCustoms Collection: George(Iv) Weds Caroline

George(Iv) Weds Caroline
George, prince of Wales, weds Caroline of Brunswick in the Chapel Royal; the Archbishop of Canterbury gives his official blessing

Background imageCustoms Collection: Sniffer Cats at Customs

Sniffer Cats at Customs
At a London customs office, two cats on the payroll at 3d a day, to detect smuggled goods

Background imageCustoms Collection: New Year, Imperial China

New Year, Imperial China
IMPERIAL CHINA At the Chinese new year, the emperor plows a furrow, symbolising the activities which, if nature is kind, will lead to abundant harvests

Background imageCustoms Collection: New Year Card 1909

New Year Card 1909
January 1st greetings card including pink ribbons and a four leaf clover for luck in the New Year

Background imageCustoms Collection: May Queen and Sweep

May Queen and Sweep
The Queen of the May is presented with a bouquet of flowers by a chimney sweep

Background imageCustoms Collection: Lord Mayors Banquet

Lord Mayors Banquet
THE LORD MAYORs BANQUET, in the Guildhall, in the City of London

Background imageCustoms Collection: Wedding Cake / 1847

Wedding Cake / 1847
The Bride Cake for the wedding of the Marquis of Kildare

Background imageCustoms Collection: Snowman Dancing 1924

Snowman Dancing 1924
A snowman dances with a graceful lady by moonlight

Background imageCustoms Collection: Wedding / Bridal Song

Wedding / Bridal Song
A Bridal Song, with words by Mark Lemon and music by Frank Romer

Background imageCustoms Collection: Swan-Upping / Robertson

Swan-Upping / Robertson
Swan-upping on the Thames (catching young swans to mark them)

Background imageCustoms Collection: Christmas, Slovenia

Christmas, Slovenia
Sanct Nikolaus, accompanied by an angel, goes from house to house in a Slovenian village, blessing each family in turn

Background imageCustoms Collection: Santa Rings in Xmas

Santa Rings in Xmas
Santa Ringing in the air. A portly santa is hoisted into the air as he rings the church bells

Background imageCustoms Collection: Lanvin Wedding Dress

Lanvin Wedding Dress
The little bridesmaid holds the train of this elegant wedding dress by Jeanne Lanvin

Background imageCustoms Collection: Santa in Sweden

Santa in Sweden
Santa visits a Swedish household, not via the chimney, but presenting himself at the front door

Background imageCustoms Collection: Customs, 19th Century

Customs, 19th Century
THE CUSTOM HOUSE Searching imported goods and luggage thoroughly

Background imageCustoms Collection: Good King Wenceslas

Good King Wenceslas

Background imageCustoms Collection: Christmas / Germany

Christmas / Germany
Papa dresses up as Pelz- Nickel [= furry Nicolas, i.e. Santa Claus] to give presents to the children

Background imageCustoms Collection: Christmas in Norway

Christmas in Norway
Jultid [yuletide] fun and games on a Norwegian farm - children dress up as gnomes and other grotesques

Background imageCustoms Collection: Parading the Guy

Parading the Guy
Boys parade their Guy - - if all gave a penny, I wonder how many Wheels, crackers and squibs They ll be able to buy ?

Background imageCustoms Collection: Boys with Fireworks

Boys with Fireworks
Five boys celebrate Guy Fawkes Day with sparklers - but one, more careless than his companions, has got a spark in his eye

Background imageCustoms Collection: Lady Cook & Boars Head

Lady Cook & Boars Head
The cook bears in the Boars Head

Background imageCustoms Collection: Schoolgirls Dream

Schoolgirls Dream
The schoolgirl at her desk day-dreams of the pleasures of the Christmas holidays

Background imageCustoms Collection: Luthers Wedding

Luthers Wedding
MARTIN LUTHER Rejecting the celibacy imposed by Catholic teaching, he marries Katharina von Bora in Amsdoffs House at Wittenberg

Background imageCustoms Collection: Father Christmas

Father Christmas and a child

Background imageCustoms Collection: Father Christmas / Sleigh

Father Christmas / Sleigh
Father Christmas in his sleigh

Background imageCustoms Collection: Village Fete. Miss Isabella Geddis plays her 200 year old fiddle for the residents of

Village Fete. Miss Isabella Geddis plays her 200 year old fiddle for the residents of the village of Princes Risborough in Buckinghamshire on May Day



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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Customs Around the World" The Shroud of Turin: A mysterious relic believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ, captivating visitors with its enigmatic history and spiritual significance. Parisian Charm: From romantic strolls along the Seine River to savoring delectable pastries at quaint cafes, Paris showcases its timeless customs that have enchanted generations. Sir Henry Cole's Christmas Card: Unveiling a new tradition in 1843, this iconic card by Cole and Horsley paved the way for exchanging heartfelt greetings during the festive season worldwide. Finding Peace through Walking Meditation: Led by renowned Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh in Paris, this custom offers solace amidst bustling city streets, allowing individuals to reconnect with themselves and their surroundings. Reliving History with Civil War Re-enactments: The Sealed Knot transports spectators back in time near Edgehill, Warwickshire, recreating pivotal moments from England's turbulent past with meticulous attention to detail. Love Takes Center Stage at A Little White Chapel Wedding Chapel: In Las Vegas' vibrant atmosphere, couples embrace spontaneity as they tie the knot in an unconventional yet unforgettable ceremony. Tsoureki - A Greek Easter Delight: Greece celebrates Easter with tsoureki bread; its sweet aroma fills homes as families gather around tables adorned with this traditional treat symbolizing rebirth and renewal. Running Towards Triumph - Marathon Runners' Customs: Athletes from all walks of life unite in pursuit of personal achievements while showcasing endurance and camaraderie during exhilarating marathon races worldwide. Café du Monde - Where Coffee Meets Tradition: Nestled in New Orleans' French Quarter since 1862, this iconic café serves up steaming cups of chicory-infused coffee alongside warm beignets – a beloved local ritual. Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red.