

The failed coup of 2016 made major news headlines across the world. Democracy and National Unity Day Turkish: Demokrasi ve Milli Birlik Günü Celebrated: 15th JulyĪs a result of the failed coup in July 2016, the Turkish Republic brought in the new Democracy and National Unity Day holiday to celebrate the triumph of national unity and democracy.

Many schools and youth organisations arrange sports days and events to celebrate the holiday, with many other cultural celebrations occuring throughout the holiday. The holiday also celebrates the role of youth and sports in the country's development. Marking the beginning of the Turkish War of Independence, this holiday commemorates the leadership of the Turkish Republic's founder. Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day Turkish: Atatürk'ü Anma, Gençlik ve Spor Bayramı Celebrated: 19th May As a public holiday, many people spend time with friends and loved ones, many of which opt for days out picnicking and socialising. Events marking the holiday are typically put on by labour unions and activists, who highlight and promote the need for improved working conditions and workers' rights. Labour and Solidarity Day Turkish: Emek ve Dayanışma Günü Celebrated: 1st MayĬelebrated around the world, the Labour & Solidarity Day marks an important day for workers across the country. Many school children within the vicinty of Ankara celebrate this national holiday by visiting Anıtkabir, the grand tomb and resting place of the Turkish Republic founder Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. With the buildup to the holiday, many children across the country celebrate by partaking in numerous events and celebrations, with fancy dress being a major theme. The holiday was established in 1920 by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the modern Turkish Republic. Turkey's National Sovereignty and Children's Day celebrates both the opening of the Turkish Grand National Assembly and the children of Turkey.

Here's an overview of the main national holidays celebrated in Turkey: National Sovereignty and Children's Day Turkish: Ulusal Egemenlik ve Çocuk Bayramı Celebrated: 23rd April For those visiting or considering a visit Turkey, experiencing these national holidays is a fantastic and unique way to experience the rich and varied Turkish culture. Ever since the creation of the modern Turkish Republic in 1923, the country of Turkey hosts numerous national holidays to celebrate the many achievements, sacrifices and developments across the nation's history.
