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Lady of Aparecida Day (Brazil)
Our Lady of Aparecida Day honors Nossa Senhora Aparecida, the patron saint of Brazil. The day commemorates the 1717 discovery of a small clay statue of the Virgin Mary by fishermen in the Paraíba River, which became a symbol of hope and faith. Over centuries, devotion to Our Lady of Aparecida grew into one of Brazil’s most cherished traditions. Millions of pilgrims visit the Basilica of the National Shrine of Aparecida, one of the largest churches in the world, to pay tribute.
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Oued Ed-Dahab Day
Oued Ed-Dahab Day in Morocco commemorates the 1979 reintegration of the Oued Ed-Dahab region into Morocco, celebrating national unity, sovereignty, and the completion of the kingdom’s territorial integrity.
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Liberation Day (South Korea)
Liberation Day marks both Korea’s liberation from Japan in 1945 and the founding of the Republic of Korea in 1948. It was officially declared a holiday in 1949 and is celebrated each year as a day of remembrance, pride, and national unity.
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Revolution Day (Morocco)
Revolution Day in Morocco commemorates the 1953 exile of King Mohammed V by French colonial authorities and the ensuing national uprising, symbolizing Morocco’s unity, resistance, and struggle for independence.
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Ninoy Aquino Day
Ninoy Aquino Day honors the life and sacrifice of Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr., whose assassination in 1983 helped ignite the movement that toppled dictatorship and restored democracy in the Philippines.
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Youth Day (Morocco)
Youth Day in Morocco honors the nation's young people and coincides with the birthday of King Mohammed VI, symbolizing Morocco's investment in youth, education and the future of the country.
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National Uprising Day (Slovakia)
National Uprising Day marks the 1944 Slovak National Uprising against Nazi occupation and the fascist Slovak regime. Though suppressed, it remains a key symbol of Slovakia’s fight for freedom and is honored today as one of the country’s most important national holidays.
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National Heroes Day (Philippines)
National Heroes Day in the Philippines honors all Filipino heroes, past and present, who sacrificed for independence, freedom, and nation-building. It is a day of remembrance, gratitude, and inspiration for future generations.
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Summer Bank Holiday (IOM)
The Summer Bank Holiday in the Isle of Man (IOM) is giving residents a seasonal long weekend before autumn. Though not tied to specific Manx traditions, it is enjoyed with fairs, leisure activities, and serves as a final break before the new school year begins.
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Summer Bank Holiday (Jersey)
The Summer Bank Holiday in Jersey is giving islanders one final long weekend to enjoy before autumn arrives. Originating from the 19th-century Bank Holidays Act, it was created to give workers a well-deserved summer break. In Jersey, it has become a leisure-focused holiday, with many residents and visitors spending time outdoors celebrating the close of summer in the island's warm, festive atmosphere.
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Late Summer Bank Holiday (Gibraltar)
The Late Summer Bank Holiday in Gibraltar marks the end of the summer season and offers residents a final long weekend for rest and recreation before autumn begins. It provides time for families to relax, travel or enjoy outdoor events during Gibraltar's warm late-summer days.
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Constitution Day (Slovakia)
Constitution Day in Slovakia commemorates the adoption of the Slovak Constitution in 1992, a pivotal step toward independence from Czechoslovakia. It remains a key national holiday, symbolizing sovereignty, democracy and the rights of Slovak citizens.
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