* Astronomy

Brumalia was an ancient Roman solstice festival honouring Bacchus, generally held on 25 December and possibly related to the ancient Greek Lenaia (held in honour of Dionysus). The festival included drinking and merriment. The name is derived from the Latin word bruma, meaning "shortest day" or even "winter".
The Brumalia was also celebrated during the space of thirty days, commencing on 24 November.
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