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Why do Welsh people celebrate Saint David's Day?

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St. David is the patron saint of Wales, much like Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland.

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What people celebrate Saint David's Day?

St. David of Wales is primarily celebrated in Wales or people of Welsh descent since he is a patron saint of that country much as St. Patrick is celebrated in Ireland and by those with an Irish background.


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Why is St David's Day important?

He was a Welsh saint and he is the patron saint of Wales. People in Wales celebrate St. David's Day with various symbolism and activities. There are parades and festivals in his honour. It is not a national holiday in Wales, but there have been calls to make it a national holiday.


Who was the welsh patorn saint?

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Why is Saint David special to Welsh people?

Roman Catholic AnswerBecause he is the patron saint of Wales and has been for a thousand years.


Do welsh people were a kilt on st davids day?

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St David's Day?

St. David or Dewl Sant, is the patron Saint of the Welsh. His feast day is March 1st. You can Celebrate Saint David's Day by wearing a pendant that shows Y Ddraig Goch, The Red Dragon of Wales.


How do you say Saint David's Day in Welsh?

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What is the welsh flag like?

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