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World Olive Tree Day has been celebrated since 1998, when UNESCO declared it an International Day of Importance. Every year, November 26 is a day to recognize the many facets of the olive tree’s symbolism and remind ourselves that this tree is one of the most important in human history, culture, and development.
The aim of World Olive Tree Day is to encourage the protection of the olive tree and the values it embodies, in order to appreciate its important social, cultural, economic and environmental significance to humanity.
Peace and friendship…
The olive tree, or more specifically an olive branch, is a symbol of peace and friendship dating back to ancient Greek mythology. Myth tells us that Zeus held a contest between Poseidon and Athena for control over Athens, asking both to make an offering…
