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Holidays Around the WorldAll Countries • All Holidays • Major Religions • Multi-CulturalMiddle East HolidaysInteresting Facts About Syria’s Independence Day
Independence Day: April 17Independence Day is a public holiday in Syria. Syria gained independence from France on April 17, 1946. Every year, the people of Syria marks this day as a celebration for the anniversary of their independence from foreign rule. Iraq Celebrates Liberation Day
Liberation Day: April 9Liberation Day is celebrated as a public holiday in Iraq April 9 is Iraq’s celebration of its Liberation Day. This is a day in their history where the country was finally freed from the ruling power of the tyrant Saddam Hussein. This holiday was officially declared by President al-Maliki when the US troops finally conquered Baghdad and captured Hussein during the Iraq War on 2003. Passover Observed by Jews Around the World
Passover Date: Sunset on April 6Passover is a Jewish holiday and festival. Passover is a festival celebrated by the Samaritans and the Jews remembering the escape of the Hebrews from enslavement in Egypt. Passover in Israel is a seven-day festival of which the first and the last days are considered as holy days with abstention with work, special prayers to the Lord, and holiday meals. The other days in the middle are festival days known as Chol HaMoed. However, the Diaspora Jews historically have celebrated this festival for eight days. Iran’s Annual Celebration of the Islamic Republic Day
Islamic Republic Day: April 1Islamic Republic Day is celebrated as a public holiday in Iran The country of Iran holds a yearly gathering every April 1st in remembrance of the country’s Islamic Republic constitution that was officially proclaimed on 1979. Islamic Republic Day is one of Iran’s most historic celebrations. It was proclaimed to be a national holiday approximately two months after the success of the Islamic Revolution on 1979. Syria Observes Mothers’ Day Celebration
Mothers’ Day of Syria: March 21Mothers’ Day is a public holiday in Syria. Syria dedicated the 21st of March every year as a celebration to honor all mothers in the country. The country believes in the special role of motherhood in nation building and celebrates this special day as a way to give thanks to all mothers who secure the continuity of the Syrian race and allot time to thank mothers for the love and care they give to their children. « Previous Page — Next Page » |
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