🎓 Educational Info and Facts |
- The tradition of carving pumpkins for Halloween originated from the Irish folklore tale of "Stingy Jack," who tricked the Devil and was condemned to roam the earth with a carved turnip lantern.
- Pumpkins are fruits and belong to the gourd family, known as Cucurbitaceae. They are rich in vitamins and minerals, making them not just fun for carving but also nutritious!
- The world record for the heaviest pumpkin ever grown is a staggering 2,624.6 pounds (1,190.5 kg), achieved by Belgian grower Mathias Willemijns in 2016.
- Wearing witch hats during Halloween is believed to have originated from medieval Europe when pointed hats were associated with magical beings and witches.
- During the autumn season, pumpkins are not only carved for decoration but also used in various delicious recipes, from pumpkin pies to soups and lattes.
- Each pumpkin has its unique personality, and their carved faces often reflect the creativity and imagination of those celebrating Halloween.
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| 😎 Fun FactIn the United States, the carving of pumpkins into jack-o"-lanterns is a popular Halloween tradition, with more than 20 million pumpkins carved each year! 🇺🇸🎃 |