Środa Popielcowa (kliknij) środa 25 lutego 2009 (data może ulec zmianie)
*"In Galicia, Spain, only in the city of Pontevedra.
In some Caribbean islands, marks the carnival period."
** Christian observance to begin the 40 day season of Lent. Ashes are marked on worshippers as a sign of penitence.