Find out how Halloween came about and why it is celebrated worldwide
Updated On: 31 October, 2017 08:20 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
<p>Halloween, commonly associated with dead spirits and souls, has tantalised the imagination of children and grown-ups alike. On this occasion, we present some facts about this festival celebrated worldwide</p>
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Originally, in Celtic culture, it marked the beginning of the new year on November 1. The day was named Samhain.
The word Halloween or Hallowe'en dates to about 1745 and is of Christian origin, It means "hallowed evening" or "holy evening" and comes from a Scottish term for All Hallows' Eve (the evening before All Hallows' Day).
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