November 1
Algeria-Revolution Festival
In 1830, Algeria became a French colony. After the Second World War, the struggle for national liberation in Algeria rose day by day. In October 1954, some youth party members formed the National Liberation Front, whose program strives to strive for national independence and realize social democracy. On November 1, 1954, the People’s Liberation Army launched armed uprisings in more than 30 places across the country, and the Algerian National Liberation War began.
Activities: At ten o’clock in the evening on October 31st, the celebration will begin, and there will be a parade in the streets; at twelve o’clock in the evening, the air defense sirens on the Revolution Day are sounded.
November 3
Panama-Independence Day
The Republic of Panama was established on November 3, 1903. On December 31, 1999, the United States returned all the land, buildings, infrastructure and management rights of the Panama Canal to Panama.
Note: November is called the “National Day Month” in Panama, November 3 is Independence Day (National Day), November 4 is National Flag Day, and November 28 will be the anniversary of Panama’s independence from Spain.
November 4
Russia-People’s Solidarity Day
In 2005, People’s Unity Day was officially designated as a national holiday in Russia to commemorate the establishment of the Russian Rebels in 1612 when the Polish troops were driven out of the Principality of Moscow. This event promoted the end of the “Chaotic Age” in Russia in the 17th century and symbolized Russia. The unity of the people. It is the “youngest” festival in Russia.
Activities: The President will participate in the flower-laying ceremony to commemorate the bronze statues of Minin and Pozharsky located on the Red Square.
November 9
Cambodia-National Day
Every year, November 9th is Cambodia’s Independence Day. To commemorate the independence of the Kingdom of Cambodia from French colonial rule on November 9, 1953, it became a constitutional monarchy led by King Sihanouk. As a result, this day was designated as Cambodia’s National Day and also Cambodia’s Army Day.
November 11
Angola-Independence Day
During the Middle Ages, Angola belonged to the four kingdoms of Congo, Ndongo, Matamba and Ronda. The Portuguese colonial fleet arrived in Angola for the first time in 1482 and invaded the Kingdom of Ndongo in 1560. At the Berlin Conference, Angola was designated as a Portuguese colony. On November 11, 1975, it officially separated from Portuguese rule and declared its independence, establishing the Republic of Angola.
Multinational-Memorial Day
Every year, November 11th is Memorial Day. It is a memorial festival for soldiers and civilians who died in World War I, World War II, and other wars. Mainly established in the Commonwealth countries. Different places have different names for festivals
United States: On Memorial Day, American active servicemen and veterans lined up to the cemetery, fired shots to pay tribute to the fallen soldiers, and blew the lights out in the army to let the dead soldiers rest in peace.
Canada: People wear poppies from the beginning of November to the end of November 11 under the monument. At 11:00 noon on November 11th, people consciously mourned for 2 minutes, with a long voice.
November 4
India-Diwali
Diwali Festival (Diwali Festival) is generally regarded as the New Year of India, and it is also one of the most popular festivals in Hinduism and an important festival in Hinduism.
Activities: To welcome Diwali, every household in India will light candles or oil lamps because they symbolize light, prosperity and happiness. During the festival, there are long queues in the Hindu temples. Good men and women come to light up lamps and pray for blessings, exchange gifts, and display fireworks everywhere. The atmosphere is lively.
November 15
Brazil-Republic Day
Every year, November 15th is Brazil’s Republic Day, which is equivalent to China’s National Day and is a national public holiday in Brazil.
Belgium-King’s Day
The King’s Day of Belgium is to commemorate the first king of Belgium, Leopold I, the great man who led the Belgian people to independence.
Activities: This day the Belgian royal family will take to the streets to celebrate this holiday with the people.
November 18
Oman-National Day
The Sultanate of Oman, or Oman for short, is one of the oldest countries in the Arabian Peninsula. November 18 is the National Day of Oman and also the birthday of Sultan Qaboos.
November 19
Monaco-National Day
The Principality of Monaco is a city-state located in Europe and the second smallest country in the world. Every year, November 19th is the National Day of Monaco. The National Day of Monaco is also called Prince’s Day. The date is traditionally determined by the duke.
Activities: National Day is usually celebrated with fireworks at the port the night before, and mass is held at St. Nicholas Cathedral the next morning. The people of Monaco can celebrate by displaying the Monaco flag.
November 20
Mexico-Revolutionary Day
In 1910, the Mexican bourgeois democratic revolution broke out, and an armed uprising broke out on November 20 of the same year. On this day of the year, a parade is held in Mexico City to commemorate the anniversary of the Mexican Revolution.
Activities: A military parade to commemorate the anniversary of the revolution will be held throughout Mexico, from about 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm; María Inés Ochoa and La Rumorosa music performances; photos of the People’s Army will be displayed in the Constitution Square.
November 22
Lebanon-Independence Day
The Republic of Lebanon was once a French colony. In November 1941, France announced the end of its mandate, and Lebanon gained formal independence.
November 23
Japan-Hardworking Thanksgiving Day
Every year, November 23 is Japan’s Day of Thanksgiving for Diligence, which is one of the national holidays in Japan. The festival evolved from the traditional festival “New Taste Festival”. The purpose of the festival is to respect hard work, bless production, and give mutual gratitude to the people.
Activities: Nagano Labor Day activities are held in various places to encourage people to think about the environment, peace and human rights. Primary school students make drawings for the holidays and present them as gifts to local citizens (community police station). At the shrine near the company, an annual small-scale social event focusing on making rice cakes on the spot is held.
November 25
Multi-Country-Thanksgiving
It is an ancient holiday created by the American people and a holiday for American families to gather. In 1941, the US Congress officially designated the fourth Thursday of November as “Thanksgiving Day.” This day is also a public holiday in the United States. The Thanksgiving holiday generally lasts from Thursday to Sunday, and spends a 4-5 day holiday. It is also the beginning of the American shopping season and vacation season.
Special foods: eat roast turkey, pumpkin pie, cranberry moss jam, sweet potato, corn and so on.
Activities: play cranberry competitions, corn games, pumpkin races; hold a fancy dress parade, theater performances or sports competitions and other group activities, and have a corresponding vacation for 2 days, people in the distance will go home to reunite with their loved ones. Habits such as exempting turkey and shopping on Black Friday have also been formed.
November 28
Albania-Independence Day
The Albanian Patriots convened a National Assembly in Vlorë on November 28, 1912, declaring Albania’s independence and authorizing Ismail Temari to form the first Albanian government. Since then, November 28 has been designated as Albania’s Independence Day
Mauritania-Independence Day
Mauritania is one of the West African countries and became a colony under the jurisdiction of “French West Africa” in 1920. It became a “semi-autonomous republic” in 1956, joined the “French Community” in September 1958, and announced the establishment of the “Islamic Republic of Mauritania” in November. Independence was declared on November 28, 1960.
November 29
Yugoslavia-Republic Day
On November 29, 1945, the first meeting of the Yugoslav Parliament passed a resolution announcing the establishment of the Federal People’s Republic of Yugoslavia. Therefore, November 29th is Republic Day.
Edited by Shijiazhuang Wangjie
Post time: Nov-02-2021