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November 20 – World Children’s Day
November 16, 2022
On November 20 each year, we celebrate World Children’s Day.
Of Chrysanthemums and Thanksgiving
November 8, 2022
Here is a virtual bouquet of colourful Chrysanthemums for you – symbolising friendship, happiness and well-being for November!
November 9 – Cambodia Independence Day
November 2, 2022
Every 9th of November, Cambodia celebrates its Independence Day. The national holiday commemorates its independence from France in 1953.
November 8 – Loy Krathong
November 1, 2022
Loy Krathong is one of the biggest and most colorful celebrations in Thailand. People celebrate it during the 12th month of the Thai lunar calendar’s full moon. This year, Loy Krathong will be on November 8.
October 31 – Halloween
October 25, 2022
October 31 – Halloween We have been celebrating Halloween every October 31 for over a thousand years already. Its origins can be traced to the ancient Celtic Pagans and their Samhain festival. During the ceremony, people would light bonfires, make offerings, and wear animal and monster costumes for protection. During the 8th century, Pope Gregory…
More Country Fun Facts
October 6, 2022
Many seem to enjoy the Cultural quizzes and getting into the groove of globetrotting, albeit being desk-bound (smile), so let’s continue with the fun facts.
October 3 – German Reunification Day
September 26, 2022
Germany celebrates German Reunification Day every October 3. It commemorates the reunification of West Germany and East Germany in 1990.
October 1 – National Day of the People’s Republic of China
September 24, 2022
The Chinese National Day is celebrated every October 1. Officially known as the National Day of the People’s Republic of China, the holiday commemorates the founding of the republic in 1949.
September 23 – Saudi National Day
September 20, 2022
The Kingdom of Saudi celebrates its National Day every September 23 every year.
September 16 – Mexican Independence Day
September 9, 2022
On 16 September, Mexico’s Independence day celebrates the country’s freedom from Spanish rule. Their independence day is also called Día de la Independencia.
August 17: Indonesia Independence Day
August 10, 2022
August 15 – India Independence Day
August 8, 2022
August 9, 2022 – Singapore National Day
August 2, 2022
Fun Facts: Countries Celebrating Independence Day in August
August 1, 2022
Swiss National Day – August 1, 2022
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November 20 – World Children’s Day
On November 20 each year, we celebrate World Children’s Day.
Of Chrysanthemums and Thanksgiving
Here is a virtual bouquet of colourful Chrysanthemums for you – symbolising friendship, happiness and well-being for November!
November 9 – Cambodia Independence Day
Every 9th of November, Cambodia celebrates its Independence Day. The national holiday commemorates its independence from France in 1953.
November 8 – Loy Krathong
Loy Krathong is one of the biggest and most colorful celebrations in Thailand. People celebrate it during the 12th month of the Thai lunar calendar’s full moon. This year, Loy Krathong will be on November 8.
