Poet 's Day is celebrated on October 20 in Brazil
Poet 's Day is celebrated on October 20 in Brazil , in honor of writers who use creativity, imagination and sensitivity to create poetry. The date was chosen to commemorate the founding of the National Poetic Movement in 1976, at the home of journalist and writer Paulo Menotti Del Picchia, in São Paulo. Although it is not officialized by law, it is widely celebrated in Brazil by schools and literary institutions. In addition, another important date for poetry in Brazil is March 14, National Poetry Day, in honor of the birth of poet Castro Alves. World Poetry Day, instituted by UNESCO, is celebrated on March 21, encouraging reading and poetry creation throughout the world.
Did you know??