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March 1st
St. David (c.520-588), or Dewi as he is called in Welsh, is the patron saint of Wales. He was the son of a cheftain from Cardigan, Wales. He founded twelve monasteries across the country from Croyland to Pembrokeshire and went on pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Once there he was consecrated a bishop. His life and work made a lasting impression on Wales.
It is believed that St. David was born in the 6th Century in Henfynw in Cardigan. His principal monastery were he was the founder and first abbot-bishop of Menevia, is now called St. David's in Dyfed, South Wales.
St David's day isn't as wild as St Patrick's day in Ireland, however it is commemorated by patriotic Welsh people by wearing a daffodil or, believe it or not, a leek. Both plants are traditionally regarded as the national emblems of Wales and the traditional dish to eat on St. David's Day is leeks. Leek and potato soup is nice.
