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.

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.

Independence Day

Independence Day in Tajikistan

Independence Day in Tajikistan marks the country’s official declaration of independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. This day symbolizes the beginning of Tajikistan's journey as a sovereign nation and is one of the most important national holidays.

Jeûne genevois

Jeûne genevois is a public holiday observed only in the Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. It is a day of fasting and spiritual reflection, rooted in Protestant tradition, and is unique among Swiss holidays for its local and historical significance.

Independence Day

Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day marks the formation of Malaysia in 1963, when Malaya, North Borneo (now Sabah), Sarawak, and Singapore united to form the Federation of Malaysia. Although Singapore later became independent in 1965, Malaysia Day remains a significant day in the country’s history.

Day after Federal Fast

The Day after Federal Fast is a public holiday celebrated exclusively in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland, and its history is closely linked to the evolution of the Federal Day of Thanksgiving, Repentance, and Prayer, a Swiss national observance rooted in religious and historical traditions.

Jewish Holiday

Rosh Hashanah

Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, a significant holiday in the Jewish calendar. It marks the beginning of the Ten Days of Repentance or the Days of Awe, a period of introspection and preparation for Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement.

Republic Day in Trinidad and Tobago

Republic Day is a national holiday in Trinidad and Tobago, marking the day in 1976 when the country officially became a republic, replacing the British monarch with a locally elected president as the head of state.

Saint Nicholas of Flüe Day

Saint Nicholas of Flüe Day commemorates Nicholas of Flüe (1417–1487), a Swiss hermit, mystic, and statesman who is widely regarded as the patron saint of Switzerland and a symbol of peace and unity.