7 Lunar Calendars Around the World: A Journey Through Time

Countries in East Asia and the Islamic world follow a lunar calendar based on the moon's cycles

The Gregorian and Persian calendars are based on the sun's position in the sky

Jewish holidays and cultural events follow a lunisolar calendar, blending both lunar and solar cycles

In India, the lunar calendar governs festivals, astrology, and local events, guiding spiritual and cultural practices

Traditional Chinese holidays, such as Chinese New Year and birthdays, follow the lunar calendar

Religious holidays like Eid and Ramadan are observed using a purely lunar calendar

The Mayan calendar tracked celestial events through intricate cycles, reflecting Mesoamerican astronomy and timekeeping