Ethiopian Calendar
The Ethiopian Calendar is a unique timekeeping system used primarily in Ethiopia and Eritrea. It consists of 13 months: 12 months of 30 days each and an additional month called Pagumē, which has 5 days in a common year and 6 in a leap year. The calendar is approximately seven to eight years behind the Gregorian calendar, as it calculates the birth of Jesus differently. The Ethiopian year begins on Meskerem 1, which usually falls around September 11 in the Gregorian calendar. This calendar reflects Ethiopia's rich cultural heritage and is integral to its traditions and religious practices.
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The Ethiopian calendar is a unique timekeeping system used primarily in Ethiopia and Eritrea. It consists of 13 months: 12 months of 30 days each and an additional month, Pagumē, which has 5 or 6 days depending on the year. The Ethiopian calendar is approximately 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar, as it calculates the birth of Jesus differently. New Year is celebrated on September 11 (or 12 in a leap year). The calendar reflects Ethiopia's rich cultural heritage and is integral to its traditions and religious practices.