Day Guide for Wednesday March 20th 2019

This is our day guide for Wednesday March 20th 2019 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 79 of 2019.

Holidays on March 20th 2019

International: Phagwah. Originally a harvest and fertility festival, Holi also commemorates a legend from Hindu Mythology

Azerbaijan: Novruz. Novruz Bayrami is the most important holiday in Azerbaijan. It celebrates the Persian New Year, and the beginning of Spring

Regional

India (regional): Holi Dahan. The day before Holi commemorates the burning of the demon Holika

Iran: Oil Nationalisation Day. Marks the anniversary of the nationalization of the oil industry in 1951, seen as a key step in Iran's independence from the West

Iran: Imam Ali's Birthday. Ali ibn Abu Talib was the cousin and son-in-law of the prophet Muhammad. He ruled the Rashidun Empire from 656 to 661.

Myanmar: Full Moon Day of Tabaung. Seven months after Buddha began his teachings, 1,250 monks gathered to hear Buddha preach

Sri Lanka: Madin Full Moon Poya. Marks Buddha's first visit to his hometown, Kapilavastu, following his enlightenment

Tunisia: Independence Day. This public holiday on March 20th in Tunisia marks the declaration of independence from France 1956

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Observances on March 20th 2019

United Nations: French Language Day
International: International Day of Happiness
USA: National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
USA: National Ravioli Day
USA: National Kick Butts Day
International: World Storytelling Day
International: World Oral Health Day

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