Day Guide for Friday February 26th 2021

This is our day guide for Friday February 26th 2021 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 57 of 2021.

Holidays on February 26th 2021

International: 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.

Not a Public Holiday

Israel: Purim. Purim remembers the deliverance of the Jewish people from a plot to destroy them as recorded in the Book of Esther.

Kuwait: Liberation Day. Marks the date when the Kuwait Government was reinstated at the end of the Gulf War in 1991.

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

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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