Monday, June 17, 2024

Iceland National Day


 

June 17 holds a special place in the hearts of the people in Iceland as the day is filled with cultural festivities and national pride. Its formal name is "Thjodhatidardagurinn" in Icelandic, which translates directly to "the day of the nation's celebration. It commemorates the foundation of The Republic of Iceland on 17 June 1944. This date also marks the end of Iceland's centuries old ties with Denmark. The date was chosen to coincide with the birthday of Jon Sigurdsson, a major figure of Icelandic culture and the leader of the 19th century Icelandic Independence movement.


There is nothing like the joyous spirit of an Independence Day celebration. Parades and flag-waving. Adorable children in national costumes, traditional music, and stirring speeches. From parades to traditional music, the festivities are a testament to the Icelandic people's unwavering spirit and determination to preserve their heritage and independence.

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