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Quick Facts : National Day
| Date: 9th August |
Type: National |
Also Called:
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| Celebrations:
Parades |
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Image courtesy: CIA
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The National Day in Singapore is celebrated
every year on the 9th of August in honor of
the birthday of the nation. On 9th August
1965, Singapore separated from the
Federation of Malaysia and became an
independent country. The first National Day
is celebrated in 1966 in Singapore.
The National Day in Singapore is celebrated
with a grand parade in the Padang (Singapore
National Stadium) with amazing live
performances, music and fireworks. This
Parade has become the biggest national event
in Singapore. On this day many political
leaders appear at the public events and talk
about the nation's heritage, laws, history,
people, about recent events and future
projects.
The National Day is considered as a Public
Day with outings, picnics and lots of
outdoor events like parades, air shows,
fireworks and musical concerts. Parades
generally occur in the morning and the
fireworks occur in the evening. The
Singaporeans dress themselves up in the
patriotic colors like red and white. The
National Day fireworks are usually
accompanied with the patriotic songs like
"'Stand up for Singapore", "Count on me
Singapore” etc.
Singaporeans proudly fly their Flag, sing
songs and enjoy the day with their friends
and families. |
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Other holidays celebrated in Singapore
| New Year's Day |
Chinese New Year |
| Chinese New Year |
Good Friday |
| Labour Day |
Vesak Day |
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National Day |
Hari Raya Puasa |
| Deepavali |
Hari Raya Haji |
| Christmas Day |
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