Summer Bank Holiday
The Summer Bank Holiday is a public holiday observed in the United Kingdom, marking the unofficial end of summer.
The Prophet's Birthday
The Prophet’s Birthday commemorates the birth of the Islamic Prophet Muhammad. It is one of the most significant religious observances for many Muslims around the world.
Lyndon Baines Johnson Day
Lyndon Baines Johnson Day is a Texas state holiday commemorating the birth of Lyndon B. Johnson, the 36th President of the United States. Johnson, often referred to as LBJ, played a pivotal role in shaping modern America through his leadership during a transformative era in U.S. history, marked by civil rights advancements and the escalation of the Vietnam War.
Nikini Full Moon Poya Day
Nikini Full Moon Poya commemorates the First Buddhist Council at Rajagaha, where 500 Arahants preserved the Dhamma and Vinaya after the Buddha’s Parinibbāna. It also marks the start of the Vassana rainy retreat, strengthening monastic discipline.
Victory Day in Turkey
Victory Day is a major national holiday in Turkey that commemorates the decisive victory in the Battle of Dumlupınar in 1922, a key battle in the Turkish War of Independence. This victory marked the final defeat of occupying Greek forces and laid the foundation for the Republic of Turkey, which was established the following year in 1923.
Day of Murcia
The Day of Murcia was created to commemorate the approval of Murcia’s Statute of Autonomy (1982). It represents the region’s right to self-government and is celebrated with both official ceremonies and cultural festivities that honor Murcia’s unique identity.
Independence Day in Trinidad and Tobago
Independence Day in Trinidad and Tobago is a national public holiday. It marks the country's independence from British colonial rule in 1962, symbolizing the birth of a sovereign nation and the beginning of self-governance.
The Prophet's Birthday in Malaysia
In Malaysia, the Prophet’s Birthday, known as Maulidur Rasul, is a national public holiday celebrated with religious devotion and communal gatherings. It commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad, focusing on his life, teachings and values.
Hangul Day
Hangul Day celebrates the creation of the Korean alphabet by King Sejong in the 15th century. First commemorated in 1926 under colonial rule, it became a legal holiday in 1949. Today, it remains a powerful symbol of Korean identity, literacy, and cultural pride.
Asturias Day
Asturias Day grew from the medieval legacy of the Battle of Covadonga and the patronage of the Virgin of Covadonga. Officially recognized after Spain’s return to democracy, it now blends religion, history, and regional identity in a celebration of Asturian pride.
Day of Extremadura
The Day of Extremadura evolved from a religious feast honoring the Virgin of Guadalupe (September 8) into an official regional holiday in 1985, symbolizing both the deep Catholic traditions of the land and its modern political and cultural identity.
Our Lady of Victory
Our Lady of Victory is a Marian devotion that began with the Catholic Monarchs of Spain and was later solidified after the Battle of Lepanto in 1571, when victory over the Ottomans was credited to Mary’s intercession through the Rosary. The devotion spread widely, leaving a strong cultural and spiritual imprint in Spain, Italy, and Latin America.