St Mary's Day in Romania

The feast day of the Assumption of Mary, also known as Assumption Day, celebrates the day that God assumed the Virgin Mary into Heaven following her death, according to popular Christian belief. It is the principal feast day of the Virgin Mother. 

It is celebrated annually on or around August 15 by many countries, particularly in parts of Europe and South America. Some countries celebrate the day at other times of the year. This day is also known as the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Dormition of the Most Holy Mother of God (in the eastern countries), or the Feast of the Assumption.

The feast day of the Assumption of Mary commemorates the Virgin Mary's assumption into heaven.

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About St Mary's Day

St Mary's Day Observances

Other holidays in August 2013 in Romania