Day Guide for Monday February 22nd 2016 What are the holidays on February 22nd 2016?

This is our day guide for Monday February 22nd 2016 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

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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General Information for February 22nd 2016
There are 7 public holidays today.
Day 53 of 2016
313 days left in 2016
Week 08 of the year
On this Day in History
2004 - Cliff Richard is named the Ultimate Pop Performer in a programme by Channel Four.
1962 - Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin is born in Essendon, Victoria, Australia to parents Bob and Lyn.
1953 - Actor Nigel Planer is born. His most famous creation remains Neil, the hapless hippy from BBC2's sitcom The Young Ones.
1732 - George Washington, the first president of the USA, is born (d. 1799).