Ashenda

Ashenda Mariam, or commonly called Ashenda () is a festival celebrated in northern Ethiopia among Orthodox Christianity followers. The holiday commemorates the heavenly ascension of the Virgin Mary following her Dormition. It is typically celebrated between 16-26 August every year. Its length varies from three days to one month depending on the locale (shorter in urban areas, longer in rural areas). Though it originates from the Tigray region, the holiday is mainly celebrated by Tigrayans throughout the Tigray Region, some Amharas in the bordering Amhara Region of Lasta and Agaws in Wag Hemra.
Name.
The holiday has several local names.