Day Guide for Monday February 22nd 2016

This is our day guide for Monday February 22nd 2016 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 53 of 2016.

Holidays on February 22nd 2016

Cambodia: Meak Bochea. Shortly after Buddha began his teachings, 1250 monks gathered to hear Buddha preach.

Regional

India (regional): Guru Ravidas Jayanti. Guru Ravidas was a north Indian mystic in the 15th century

Russia: Defence of the Fatherland Holiday. Bridge holidays as Defence of the Fatherland day falls on a Tuesday in 2015

Saint Lucia: Independence Day. Marks the island's independence from Great Britain on February 22nd 1979

Sri Lanka: Navam Full Moon Poya. Celebrates the appointment of Buddha's two chief disciples and the first-ever Buddhist Council held after the passing away of Lord Buddha

Not a Public Holiday

Taiwan: Lantern Festival. Traditionally celebrated as the birthday of the God of Heaven

Thailand: Makha Bucha. Shortly after Buddha began his teachings, 1250 monks gathered to hear Buddha preach.

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There are no observances today.

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