YOGYAKARTA - For most countries in the world, independence day is an important moment because it celebrates the release from colonialism, oppression, or foreign power. But did you know that there are countries that do not have independence day? Curious? Listen to the end, yes! While the people of our country celebrate the day in high spirits, there are some countries that never celebrate Independence Day. Nepal does not have an independence day, unlike many other nations because of a simple fact - It was never under any foreign invasion. While most countries have an Independence Day to commemorate their independence from colonial rule or occupation, there are a few that do not celebrate such a day. As reported by Republic World, here is a list of countries that do not celebrate Independence Day: 1. Nepal, a small nation located between China and India, has maintained its sovereignty throughout history, avoiding colonization. Its strategic location served as a buffer between the Chinese Empire and British India, preserving its independence. Countries such as Sweden, Norway, Russia, Iceland, the DRC, and 6 others attained their independence in June. July to September. Five countries including Canada, Rwanda, Somali, Hong Kong, and Burundi have July 1 as their Independence Day. The US commemorates its Independence Day on July 4. Algerian independence is celebrated on July 5. South Other non-essential that are non-government related may also be closed that day. [26] Families often celebrate Independence Day by hosting or attending a picnic or barbecue; [27] many take advantage of the day off and, in some years, a long weekend to gather with family members or friends. Parades are often attended in many towns and cities Also, some countries do not have an official national day, but just happen to celebrate on a particular date. The celebration style and feeling of euphoria are vary markedly from one nation to another. Which two countries have no Independence Day or National Day? Australia and Denmark do not traditionally have an “Independence Day.” Instead, these countries celebrate other significant national holidays: Australia Day on January 26th and Denmark’s Constitution Day on June 5th. Independence Day commemorates the formal declaration of a nation’s sovereignty, often following prolonged conflict or negotiation. While many countries celebrate their own Independence Days, the There are exactly two countries in the world that have no official national day: the United Kingdom and Denmark. There’s an old joke about this, that the United Kingdom doesn’t need its own national day because it’s indirectly responsible for so many other countries’ national independence days. When the United Stated declared independence in 1776 it resulted in the revolutionary war. Many lives lost FOR freedom. Often, freedom comes with a great price. That is why we pause (on Memorial day) to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. And while not the focus of Independence day, know that a great cost was paid. A lot of countries don’t really have a set independence/founding day, because their origins are too far back or there’s just not a single clear day to celebrate it. The most famous Independence Day might be the Fourth of July, celebrated in the United States. However, it is not the only one. More than 150 countries celebrate Independence Day around the globe. Mexicans celebrate their independence on September 16 and Indians on August 15 – both with parades and celebrations not unlike the ones seen in the Independence Day isn't something that is strictly American. Various countries around the world celebrate their independence from other countries and powers. And the celebrations aren't all too Most countries honor their respective independence day as a national holiday and some countries or nations' independence-date honors are contested. Note: Not all countries have independence days, instead they celebrate another national day (not included in this map). Below are lists of the countries and territories that were formerly ruled or administered by the United Kingdom or part of the British Empire (including military occupations that did not retain the pre-war central government), with their independence days. Some countries did not gain their independence on a single date, therefore the latest day Not all countries mark independence as a national holiday. Many, such as Australia, Canada, China, Denmark, France, [1] New Zealand, Ireland, Luxembourg, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Taiwan, and Turkey mark other dates of significance. Countries that do not Celebrate Independence Day: France Although France celebrates its Independence Day from monarchy, but it has never been colonized by an external force. The diversity of Independence Day dates reflects the rich tapestry of global history, with each nation charting its unique path to freedom. Some countries celebrate their independence from colonial empires that once wielded vast influence across continents, while others mark the end of foreign occupation or annexation. Independence is celebrated as a form of country free from colonialism by other countries. As known, Indonesia was colonized by two different countries, namely the Netherlands and Japan. But did you know that there are several countries that do not have Independence Day? 1. Nepalese.
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