Ukraine Independence Day (Independence Day)
Celebrated on 24 AugustThroughout its history, Ukraine has fought for independence.
Over the years, various countries have constantly taken the territory of Ukraine under their control, but the population of the country has always considered themselves a separate people who have the right to their own separate state with their own attributes of statehood - a flag, traditions, coat of arms, anthem, Constitution, their own Ukrainian cuisine, tongue and so on.
After the collapse of the USSR, Ukraine had every chance to finally become a sovereign power. This happened on August 24, 1991. Since July 1990, Ukraine has been getting closer and closer to this day, but in August 1991, Ukraine legally, with the holding of a Referendum, became independent. Since then, every year Ukrainians all over the world, not only in Ukraine, celebrate their Independence Day. On this day, state yellow-blue flags are raised at all government institutions, a state holiday is declared - citizens of Ukraine receive their legal, holiday day off.
On August 24, stages are set up in cities, concerts and various entertainment events are held. Competitions and various promotions are often organized. In large cities of the country, fireworks displays are certainly organized on August 24th. The purpose of the holiday is quite obvious - to unite the spirit of the country's citizens, to cultivate patriotism and faith in the best. On this day, people have fun and remember the history of the country's formation. Museums often organize exhibitions with photo reports so that Ukrainians remember their history. In the capital of the country - Kyiv - there is always a festive procession to mark the anniversary of the Independence of Ukraine. In other cities of Ukraine, public and municipal organizations organize a parade of so-called “vyshyvankas” (shirts and blouses embroidered in folk motifs) - people wear traditional clothes of the country. In a word, the holiday is always bright, cheerful and cheerful. Often on this day you can taste national cuisine on the streets of cities and other settlements, because on this day many tourists visit Ukraine. You can feel the unity of the citizens of Ukraine, get a boost of energy, and experience the hospitality of this people on any day of the year, however, on Independence Day, every guest has a chance to gain a piece of knowledge about the real Ukraine.
Other holidays on 24 August
- Potato chips birthday
- Thirst Day
- International Strange Music Day
- Day in a haystack
- Can Opener Day
- Shooting Star Day
- Pärtel Day in Estonia (Partlipaev)
- National Waffle Day in the USA
- Constitution Day in Georgia
- Catholic Saint Bartholomew's Day (Feast of Saint Bartholomew)
- According to the folk calendar - Evpatiy Kolovrat
- Day of Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan
- Memorial Day of the Hieromartyr Euplus of Catania