The origins of pumpkin carving The carving of pumpkins also originates from the Samhain festival, when Gaels would carve turnips to ward off spirits and stop fairies from settling in houses.

Halloween is just one day away, and if you haven't carved that pumpkin yet, don't worry ... As History.com explained, Samhain, a "pagan religious festival originating from an ancient Celtic ...

Celebrated at the end of summer, Samhain was a time to honor the deceased ... Eventually the practice turned into pumpkin carving—and we've never looked back! Here's everything you've ever ...

After four centuries of Roman rule, additional celebrations were added to the festival of Samhain. One was a day ... that’s a whole lotta pumpkin. For more on Halloween, including how to ...

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Pumpkin carving was originally turnip carving ... The Hill of Ward (Tlachtga) is believed to have been a major centre for Samhain celebrations One of the most significant claims to Halloween ...

During Samhain, it was believed that the barrier ... If you’re not in the mood to go out, and would rather curl up in bed with a pumpkin spice drink, there’s plenty of spooky Halloween movies ...

It’s a world best described as merging the colourful autumnal fields of Illinois with the mystery of Samhain in the heartland of Sliabh Luachra. Killarney Pumpkin Farm is a place apart ...