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[Mexico] more location based stamps. Mexico has so many great places that would look wonderful on new location based stamps. Here are some suggestions: The archeological site in Teotihuacan (The City of Gods): https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teotihuacan An ancient city and religious centre of the Toltecas, located in the central part of Mexico, in Mexico State. In its times, it was one of the biggest cities in the world. Sumidero Canyon It’s located in southern Mexico in the state of Chiapas, reaching the height of 1000 meters. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sumidero_Canyon The Copper Canyon (La Barranca del Cobre) Located in northern Mexico, in the state of Chihuahua, The Copper Canyon is a very popular place among tourists. Its characteristics is the reddish colour due to the copper in the soil. It’s also a home of Tarahumara tribe, who are known for their colourful traditional clothes and for being fast runners. Mexican Caribbean Known for its beautiful beaches, crystal clear water and coral reef, Mexican Caribbean is visited by handful of tourists from all around the world. https://gran.luchito.com/mexico/travel/guide-to-caribbean-coast-mexico/ The city of Guanajuato A beautiful, colonial city, where time seems to have stopped. Located in the state of Guanajuato, in central Mexico. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guanajuato_City

Aztec New Year in Mexico falls on March 12 every year. It signifies the start of the New Year according to the Aztec calendar. We often imagine time as a linear concept — a straight line running from point A to B. The Aztecs took a radically different view. Time was a force. It provided energy and change. Time was often a harbinger of miracles. The Aztecs viewed it through a lens of continual creation, destruction, and regeneration. Given the ebb and flow of life itself, we think they were spot on. Aztec New Year celebrates an ancient culture whose ideas still find resonance today. It’s a date with plenty of symbolism, traditions, and celebrations. The holiday is special to Nahua communities in Mexico — groups of indigenous people who live in Mexico and parts of El Salvador. In the original Nahuatl, the holiday is called ‘Yancuic Xihuitl.’ Nahuatl is a fascinating language with numerous dialects and has Uto-Aztecan roots. The Nahua communities today speak a mix of both Nahuatl and Spanish. From 1300 to 1521, the Aztecs rose to power and influence as the center of Mesoamerican culture. They followed the Mexica or Aztec calendar — a 365-day calendar cycle comprising two parts that ran simultaneously. The first was the year count or xiuhpohualli. The second was tonalpohualli, or ‘counting of the days’ — a 260-day ritual cycle. Yancuic Xihuitl celebrations today usually take place the night before, on March 11. Expectedly, the celebrations are spectacular. Cities like Nuapan, Huauchinango, Xicotepec, Zongolica, and Mexico City organize numerous events on this day. Celebrations commence with ceremonial dances and songs set to the beat of traditional drums. Dancers come dressed in colorful traditional finery and quetzal feather headgear. Anyone fortunate to attend can attest to how mesmerizing these performances are. People present seeds as offerings and light ‘ocote’ or pitch-pine candles that produce aromatic and extremely flammable resin. Towards the end of the ceremony, people burn a flag representing the year gone by and perfume a replacement flag. Finally, they welcome the New Year by blowing into conch shells — the same way their ancestors used to centuries ago. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aztec_New_Year

There are so many Turkish foods, dessert and drinks such as İskender Kebab, Soğuk Baklava, Black Tea, Sarma, İçli Köfte, Pide, Lahmacun, Simit, Çiğ Köfte, Sarma, etc. Actually most of these foods have similar versions in Greece, so perhaps a common stamp collection for Greece and Turkey can be created. Kindest regards

https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turkish_coffee

On July 20, Honduras pays tribute to one of its national heroes, Lempira, on Lempira Day. This significant holiday commemorates the bravery and resilience of Lempira, a renowned indigenous leader who fiercely defended his land and people against Spanish colonization. Lempira, a Lencan warrior, led the resistance against Spanish conquistadors during the 16th century. His name symbolizes the resistance and struggle for freedom that is deeply rooted in the history and identity of the Honduran people. Lempira Day holds great importance for the Honduran population, serving as a reminder of the country's indigenous heritage and the spirit of resistance against oppression. It is a day to honor and remember the courageous acts of Lempira and his commitment to preserving the ancestral lands of the indigenous communities. The celebrations on Lempira Day encompass a variety of cultural activities, including traditional music, dance performances, parades, and reenactments of historical events. These festivities bring together communities across Honduras, fostering a sense of unity and pride in their shared history and cultural heritage. As Hondurans gather to commemorate Lempira Day, they also take the opportunity to reflect on the challenges they face as a nation and reaffirm their commitment to upholding the principles of freedom, equality, and social justice that Lempira fought for. Lempira's legacy continues to inspire generations, serving as a symbol of courage and resistance against injustice. His story serves as a reminder of the importance of honoring and preserving indigenous cultures and the contributions they have made to the rich tapestry of Honduran society. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_holidays_in_Honduras

Cyprus is an island country in the eastern Mediterranean Sea and a member of the European Union since 2004, which currently does not have a location stamp. It would be very nice if every country in the world had at least one location stamp that is not a flag. The Idol of Pomos is a stone prehistoric sculpture found near the Cypriot village of Pomos. It dates back to the Chalcolithic period, circa the 30th century BC. The sculpture is on display in the Cyprus Museum in Lefkosia (Nicosia). The sculpture represents a woman with her arms spread and was probably used as a fertility symbol. Many similar sculptures have been found on Cyprus. Smaller versions were worn as amulets around the neck, just as this idol wears (a small copy of) itself. In 2008 Cyprus adopted the Euro and the Idol, a representation of Cypriot prehistoric art, was chosen to be displayed on the Cypriot euro coins of 1 and 2 euro. (Source: Wikipedia) There are also numerous souvenirs with the Idol being sold to tourists visiting Cyprus and I think it will also look nice as a location stamp. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyprus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idol_of_Pomos

India is a country with different classical dances in each states. These classical dances are Kuchipudi, manipuri, odissi, kathak, Bharatnatyam, kathakali. Please make a premium stamp set of indian classical dances.

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Turkey ranks first in terms of annual tea consumption per capita. Since the mid-20th century most of the tea produced in Turkey is Rize tea, a terroir from Rize Province on the Eastern Black Sea Coast.