Enkutatash is an annual holiday observed in September, the perennial Bidens macroptera flower is identified with this holiday due to growing densely in its fully maturation in September.
Also called
Gift of Jewel
Observed by
Ethiopia
Eritrea
Type
National
Significance
First day of the Ethiopian year
Celebrations
Relatives especially family members gathered and eat meals prepared by chicken's meat natively called doro wat.
Invitations and wishing farewell to relatives and friends.
Date
11 September
12 September (leap year)
2024 date
11 September
Frequency
Annual
Related to
New Year's Day
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