Columbus Day

"Columbus day" is a holiday celebrated in the U.S.A. on October 12th.

On this day, in 1492, the Italian Christopher Columbus sailed to a new land. He thought he had reached the Indies, instead, he discovered a whole continent. This holiday is celebrated with parades, fireworks, marches, food stands, especially in NYC. This holiday is a long holiday, it is celebrated during a whole week-end and Monday too.