Samhain: What Halloween Was REALLY Like 2,500 Years Ago

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Curious about the real history behind Halloween? It’s not just about candy and costumes! Over 2,500 years ago, the Celts celebrated Samhain, a festival that marked the end of the harvest and the start of winter. But it was also a time when the line between the living and the dead blurred. Discover the spooky origins of modern Halloween traditions, from bonfires to costumes, and find out why this ancient festival still influences us today.

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