The World of National Holidays
Which country celebrates Bastille Day on July 14 every year?
- Bastille Day is celebrated in France to commemorate the storming of the Bastille, a symbolic event that marked the beginning of the French Revolution in 1789.
What is the name of the festival celebrated in India to mark the victory of good over evil?
- Dussehra is celebrated in India to mark the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana, and the triumph of good over evil.
On which date is Thanksgiving celebrated in the United States?
- Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November in the United States to give thanks for the blessings of the year and the harvest.
Which country celebrates the Day of the Dead on November 1 and 2?
- The Day of the Dead is a Mexican holiday that celebrates the lives of the deceased and honors their memory.
What is the name of the festival celebrated in China to mark the beginning of the lunar new year?
- Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival, is the most important holiday in China and is celebrated for 15 days.
Which country celebrates St. Patrick's Day on March 17 every year?
- St. Patrick's Day is celebrated in Ireland and by people of Irish descent around the world to commemorate the patron saint of Ireland.
On which date is Canada Day celebrated?
- Canada Day is celebrated on July 1 every year to commemorate the anniversary of the enactment of the Constitution Act in 1867.
What is the name of the festival celebrated in Japan to mark the cherry blossom season?
- Hanami is the Japanese tradition of viewing and enjoying the beauty of cherry blossoms during the spring season.
Which country celebrates the National Day of Tango on December 11 every year?
- The National Day of Tango is celebrated in Argentina to commemorate the birth anniversary of Carlos Gardel, a famous tango singer.
On which date is Anzac Day celebrated in Australia and New Zealand?
- Anzac Day is celebrated on April 25 every year to honor the members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who fought bravely during World War I.
