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Lao National Day (Lao: ວັນຊາດ) is a public holiday in Laos held on December 2 to mark the end of the monarchy and the establishment of the Lao People's Democratic Republic in 1975.[1]
National Day | |
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Observed by | Laos |
Type | National holiday |
Significance | Anniversary of the establishment of the Lao PDR |
Celebrations | Parades and dancing at That Luang temple |
Date | 2 December |
Frequency | annual |
Celebrations often include flying the flags of Laos and the Lao People's Revolutionary Party,[2] military parades, and speeches by government officials.[3]
References
edit- ^ "Lao People's Democratic Republic's National Day". United States Department of State. Retrieved 26 April 2020.
- ^ "Events & Festivals". Retrieved 2023-12-03.
- ^ Stephen (2019-01-10). "Laos Festivals & Holidays | Top 5 Biggest Festivals & Holidays in Laos". Retrieved 2023-12-03.