Happy April fish! Do you know how this day of pranks was born?

On April 1st, prudence prevails! The reason you ask? It's the day of the April fish! No matter what age or country you live in, you can not help but be tempted by hilarious April Fool's Day jokes! It's a day when kids make fun of their parents, employees are allowed to pull a joke on their boss and even big institutions make funny stunts on their staff or their customers!

But do you know how was born the idea of ​​pranks of the April fish? What is the reason behind this? We tell you

At this time of year, you can make fun of and joke your friends without feeling guilty. All because it is the April Fool! Celebrated on April 1st each year, the day was celebrated for the first time in Europe, but began to be celebrated around the world. As the story goes, one of the first recorded references of the day celebrated is in The Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer.

According to historical references, the New Year would be celebrated around April, but a new Gregorian calendar was introduced, making January 1 the official day of New Year celebrations. While most people have accepted this change, who had not been ruthlessly mocked and were sent on April 1 to shop for a fool or perform absurd jobs. Those who did not accept the change became the center of jokes and hoaxes!

Some of the other April Fool's events are also related to the ancient Hilaria festival, celebrated in Rome, where people simply celebrated the day by wearing hilarious costumes and disguises and enjoying the start of the spring.

Whether you like it or not, the April Fool's Day is a day to celebrate in the right spirit and make people laugh. Make sure you plan your jokes and make sure they are safe. Happy April fish!