Hong Kong releases a new stamp showing traditional Chinese and Western wedding customs!
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As I have held thy hand, so I shall grow old with thee.” Marriage is a lifelong promise between a man and a woman. It is also an important event in a couple’s life. Throughout time and across cultures, nuptial ties are formed at marriage ceremonies.
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published July 23rd, 2013
Tags: Ceremony,
Chinese Culture,
Chinese Traditions,
Culture,
Customs,
Hong Kong,
Hong Kong Post,
New Issue,
Stamp Issue,
Tradition,
Weddings,
Western Culture,
Western Tradition Posted in Country Stamps,
Stamp News
Denmark celebrates the Centenary of the Little Mermaid!
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On 23 August 2013, it will be exactly 100 years to the day since the statue of the Little Mermaid first graced the rocks at Langelinie in Copenhagen. Ever since then, she has looked out over the city, wistfully gazing at the human world she dreams of joining.
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published June 21st, 2013
Tags: Centenary,
Customs,
Denmark,
Folklore,
History,
National Treasures,
New Issue,
Stamp Issue,
Statue,
Traditions,
WOPA Posted in Country Stamps,
Stamp News
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