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Wellington Anniversary Day
Wellington Anniversary Day commemorates the January 22, 1840 arrival of the ship Aurora and the beginning of European settlement in Wellington. Today, it as a regional holiday, used mainly for summer leisure and regional pride.
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Union of the Romanian Principalities
Union of the Romanian Principalities commemorates the 1859 unification of Wallachia and Moldavia under Prince Alexandru Ioan Cuza. Known as the Little Union, it marked the birth of modern Romania and the beginning of national unity.
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Australia Day
Australia Day is the official national day of Australia. It marks the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet at Port Jackson, New South Wales, in 1788, which led to the establishment of the first European colony in Australia.
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NRM Liberation Day
NRM Liberation Day in Uganda commemorates the day in 1986 when the National Resistance Army (NRA), led by Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, successfully captured power and overthrew the military government of General Tito Okello. The day marks the beginning of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) government, which has remained in power ever since.
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Auckland Anniversary Day
Auckland Anniversary Day commemorates the arrival of Governor Hobson in 1840 and the founding of the Auckland Province, celebrated with public holidays, sailing regattas, and community festivities.
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Northland Anniversary Day
Northland Anniversary Day commemorates Governor Hobson’s arrival in 1840 at the Bay of Islands. It reflects the region’s key role in New Zealand’s foundation and serves today as a regional summer holiday for leisure and community pride.
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Thaipusam
Thaipusam is a Hindu festival celebrated predominantly by the Tamil community worldwide.Thaipusam is dedicated to Lord Murugan, the deity of youth, power and virtue, who is widely revered in Tamil culture.
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Federal Territory Day
Federal Territory Day is an official public holiday in Malaysia. It commemorates the establishment of the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, and Putrajaya. The day holds significant cultural and historical importance in Malaysia.
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Navam Full Moon Poya Day
Navam Full Moon Poya commemorates the Buddha's appointment of his chief disciples Sariputta and Moggallana, and the establishment of the Vinaya (monastic code). In Sri Lanka, it is marked by religious observances and the grand Navam Perahera at Kelaniya temple, a spectacular cultural procession with monks, dancers, drummers and decorated elephants.
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Nelson Anniversary Day
Nelson Anniversary Day commemorates the arrival of the first New Zealand Company settlers on February 1, 1842, aboard the Fifeshire. Today, it is used mainly for leisure and summer celebrations.
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St. Brigid's Day
St. Brigid's Day grew out of Imbolc, an ancient Celtic spring festival, and became tied to St. Brigid of Kildare after the spread of Christianity. Today, it honors both traditions and stands as a day of renewal, creativity and protection.
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Constitution Day (Mexico)
Constitution Day in Mexico is to commemorate the promulgation of the Mexican Constitution of 1917. This landmark document, created during the Mexican Revolution, established social, labor and land reforms, shaping modern Mexico's democratic and legal foundation. The holiday honors the nation's commitment to justice, equality and sovereignty.
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