Here is a list of the Philippines public holidays 2013:

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New Year’s Day: Tuesday, 1 January 2013

Philippines have a different kind of pompous celebration with fire crackers.

People power anniversary: Monday, February 25 2013
A school holiday celebrated nationwide to remember the restoration of democracy.

Maundy Thursday: Thursday, March 28 2013
Being a regular non-working holiday, the people of Philippines mourn the day before Good Friday.

Good Friday: Friday, March 29 2013
This day is mourned by the Christian community remembering Lord Jesus Christ who was crucified by the Jews. People of Philippines abstain from liquor and refrain from earthly pleasures on this day.

Valor day: Tuesday, April 9, 2013
The bravery and strength of Philipano fighters are honored this day who gave their lives during World War II.

Labor Day: Wednesday, May 1 2013
A tribute to workers is celebrated on this day.

Independence Day: Wednesday, June 12 2013
Philippines was freed from the Spain in 1898.

Eid-ul-Fitr: Friday, August 9, 2013
End of the Ramadan fasting is celebrated as Ramadan festival.

Ninoy auino day: Wednesday, August 21, 2013
Mourning the assassination of Philippines former senator Ninoy Aquino.

National heroes day: Monday, August 26 2013
A tribute to the nation’s heroes in Philippines who laid their lives at various instances to protect their country.

Eid-ul-adha: Tuesday, October 15 2013
The sacrifice intended by Abraham to offer his son to god who finally gave a goat instead, is remembered on this day.

All saints day: Tuesday, November 1 2013
Also called as all souls day to remember the deceased.

Bonofacio day: Saturday, 30 November 2013
Marks the birth anniversary of a national hero Andres’ Bonofacio.

 Rizal day: Monday, 30 December 2013
A tribute paid to one of Philippines national hero Jose Rizal for his lifetime service and contributions to the nation.

New Year eve: Tuesday, 31 December 2013
A day before the dawn of the New Year celebrations.

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According to United Nation’s World Trade Organization, more than 705 million tourist arrivals across world was recorded till August 2012 and it is estimated that the count will cross 1 billion this year!

As you might have guessed, Europe is the most famous continent among tourists. Tourists flock to France more than any other country in the world and 79.5 million tourists have visited France till August this year. It is estimated that the count would reach 100 million easily by December 2012.

Next to France, tourist’s favorite country is the United States. Though the United States has 17 million visitors less than France, tourists spend more in United States than France. Tourist receipts in United States comes to $116.3 billion where as it is only $53.8 billion in France. China receives the maximum number of tourists in Asia – far higher than any other Asian country. China tops the chart as the third largest tourist destination in the world.

Top 10 Tourist Destinations of 2012:

1. France – 79.5 million

2. United States – 62.3 million

3. China – 57.6 million

4. Spain – 56.7 million

5. Italy – 46.1 million

6. Turkey – 29.3 million

7. United Kingdom – 29.2 million

8. Germany – 28.4 million

9. Malaysia – 24.7 million

10. Mexico – 23.4 million

Biggest Tourist Spenders of 2012:

In spite of the Euro zone crisis, Germany tops the chart as the biggest spender for the year 2012. Next to Germany is United States and China respectively.

1. Germany – $84.3 billion

2. United States- $79.1 billion

3. China – $72.6 billion

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Here is a list of the Maldives holidays 2013:

New Year’s Day: Tuesday, 1 January 2013
Maldives celebrate the New Year joyfully with delicious dishes and dancing over the streets and spending time in bars. Lots of public events happen at the streets and bars to welcome the prosperous beginning.

Milad-un-Nabi: Thursday, January 24 2013
The birthday of Prophet Muhammad is celebrated on this day in Maldives.

National day: Friday, January 25 2013
Maldives celebrates this day to mark the liberation of Maldives from the Portuguese during the sixteenth century.

The Day Maldives embraced Islam: Wednesday, February 13 2013
The country of Maldives celebrates this day every year with joy to mark their conversion to Islam unanimously.

Start of Ramadan: Tuesday, July 9 2013
The Ramadan festival starts on this day where the people of malidves begin their fasting which goes on for a period of thirty days.

Independence Day: Friday, July 26 2013
Maldives got independence from Great Britain the same day in the year 1965.

Eid-il-Fitr: Thursday, August 8 2013
The Ramadan fasting ends this day and the people of Maldives celebrate the Ramadan festival offering food to the poor and neighbors.

Hajj day: Monday, October 14 2013
People of Maldives make their journey to Mecca, a place of pilgrimage for the Muslims at least once in their life time.

Eid-Al-Adha: Tuesday, October 15 2013
The end of Hajj pilgrimage and the remembrance of Abraham who intended to sacrifice his son (but finally sacrificed a goat) are jointly celebrated this day in Maldives.

Victory day: Sunday, November 3 2013
Srilankan terrorists attacked Maldives in 1988 and tried to capture the government but were finally defeated and fled. Thus, Maldives pays tribute to their brave soldiers and martyrs on this day.

Islamic New Year: Monday, November 4 2013
The beginning of the Islamic New Year is celebrated in Maldives on the first day of the first month in the Islamic calendar.

Republic day: Monday, November 11 2013
Maldives became a republic putting an end to monarchy system the same day in 1968.

Ok folks! So what are you waiting for?. Hurry now, book your trip ahead and enjoy your travel to Maldives, especially during the public holidays – a perfect season for fun!

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Here is a list of the China Public Holidays 2013:

New Year’s Day: Tuesday, 1 January 2013

The beginning of the Gregorian calendar is celebrated on the 1^st of January.

Chinese New Year (also called as lunar mew year): Saturday – Friday, 9 – 15 February 2013

It is the longest and important festival in China also called as spring festival celebrated for one week.

Lantern festival (shangyuan festival): Sunday, February 24 2013

It is celebrated o the 15^th day of the first month in the lunar calendar being the last day celebration of the Chinese new year.

International Women’s day: Friday, March 8 2013

China celebrates this day to promote the social, political and economic achievements of women.

Arbor Day: Tuesday, March 12 2013

This day is celebrated by planting trees to educate the importance of trees.

Zhonge festival: Wednesday, March 13 2013

A worship ritual of wishing for good harvest in China.

Quing Ming jhe festival: Tuesday & Wednesday, 4 – 5 April 2013

Ancestors are remembered on this day in China.

Labor Day: Wednesday – Friday, 1 – 3 May 2013

Marks the achievements of workers and they are and honored.

Youth day: Saturday, 4 May 2013

Marks the beginning of the May fourth movement in China, established by the Government National Council in December 1949.

International Nurse Day: Sunday, 12 May 2013

Marks the contributions of nurses to the society.

Children’s day: Saturday, 1 June 2013

Children of China are honored by condemning child labor.

Dragon boat festival: Wednesday, 12 June 2013

A significant holiday in China celebrated with dragon shaped boat races

CPC Founding festival: Monday, 1 July 2013

Marks the formation of the first national congress established in the year 1921.

Maritime day: Thursday, 11 July 2013

Marks the anniversary of ocean voyages made by Zheng He, the navigator of Ming dynasty.

Army day: Thursday, 1 August 2013

People’s liberation army was founded in the year 1927.

Double seven festivals: Tuesday, 13 August 2013

A traditional romance festival in china.

Spirit festival: Wednesday, 21 August 2013

This is celebrated on the 15^th night of the seventh lunar month to remember the ancestors.

Teacher’s day: Tuesday, 10 September 2013

A tribute to the teachers for their contribution to the society.

Mid-Autumn festival: Thursday & Friday, 19 – 20 September 2013

Families in china get together to celebrate this festival.

National holiday: Tuesday – Monday, 1 – 7 October 2013          

Marks the resolution passed by the Central people’s government on December 2^nd 1949 to celebrate the national day on October 1^st.

Chung Yeng festival: Sunday, 13 October 2013

A day of ancestors worship

Journalist day: Friday, 8 November 2013

This is celebrated by journalists to mark their freedom of press.

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Here is a list of the Cambodia Holidays 2013:

New Year’s Day: Tuesday, 1 January 2013

The beginning of the Gregorian calendar is celebrated as the New Year.

Victory Day: Monday, 7 January 2013

The Khmer empire established by King Jayavaraman II came to an end on this day in 1979.

International Women’s Day: Friday, 8 March 2013

Cambodia celebrates the economical, political and social achievements of women.

Meak Bochea: Wednesday, 27 March 2013

It’s a colorful festival at temples, during which nearly 1,250 monks gather together to offer prayers.

Khmer New Year: Sunday to Tuesday, 14 to 16 April 2013

A three days celebration – Maha Songkran, Virak Wanabat Tngay Leang Saka. Cambodia farmers celebrate the end of the harvesting season enjoying the yield.

Labor Day:  Wednesday, 1 May 2013

Cambodia honors the economic and social achievements of workers.

Ploughing ceremony: Saturday, 11 May 2013

Royal ploughing ceremony marks the beginning of the sowing and planting season of rice grains.

King Norodom Sihamoni’s birth day: Monday to Wednesday, 13 to 15 May 2013

Cambodia celebrates the birth anniversary of King Norodom Sihamoni on May 14, 1953, the eldest son of King Norodom Sihanouk.

Visaka Bochea: Saturday, 25 May 2013

The birth, enlightenment (nirvana) and passing of Lord Buddha (parinirvana) is celebrated.

Birth day of Queen Norodom Monneith Sihanouk: Monday, 18 June 2013

Cambodia celebrates Queen mother Norodom Monneith Sihanouk’s birthday, born the same day in 1936 at Vietnam.

Constitution Day: Tuesday, 24 September 2013

Cambodia remembers the signing of the constitution by King Sihanouk in 1993 amidst a troubled history.

Pschum Ben festival: Monday, 14 October 2013

Fifteen days celebration – ancestors are remembered, a belief pertaining to Hinduism.

King father Sihanouk’s birthday: Thursday, 31 October 2013

Birthday of king father Sihanouk, born on 31 October, 1922.

Independence Day: Saturday, 9 November 2013

Cambodia gained independence from France same day in 1953.

Water festival: Wednesday, 27 November 2013

Cambodia’s Water festival is celebrated when water in Mekong and Tonle Sap changes course.

Human Rights Day: Tuesday, 10 December 2013

UN General Assembly adopted and proclaimed a universal declaration of human rights.

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Taiwan Republic Day / Founding Day / New Year’s Day 2013 also known as 元旦
(Tuesday, 1 January 2013)
Every year first day of the first month New Year is observed as a Public Holiday in Taiwan. The republic of China was formed on the new year of 1912, hence it is also known as Taiwan Republic Day or Founding day

Chinese New Year’s Eve 2013 also known as 農曆除夕
(Saturday, 9 February 2013)
The day ahead Chinese New Year. The great occasion in which everyone get-together with family and friends.

Chinese New Year 2013 is also called as 春節
Sunday, 10 February 2013, Monday, 11 February 2013, Tuesday, 12 February 2013,*Wednesday, 13 February 2013 (*4th day of Chinese New Year observed as a holiday since the 1st day falls on Sunday):
The Chinese New Year 2013 is a most important Chinese Holiday. According to Chinese lunar calendar, Chinese New Year 2013 is commemorated on first three days of the lunar month.

Peace Memorial Day 2013 is also known as 228和平紀念日
(Thursday, 28 February 2013)
The Ceremony of 228 occurrences or 228 Massacre concerning anti-government move in 1947 is marked as Peace Memorial Day.

The Combined Holidays Between Woman’s Day and Children Day 2013 is also known as 婦女節、兒童節合併假期
(Thursday, 4 April 2013)
To improve the low birth-rate in Taiwan, the Combined Holidays has been celebrated since 2011.

Qingming Festival (Tomb Sweeping Day) 2013 is also known as 清明節
(Wednesday, 5 April 2013)
Qing Ming Festival is marked on the Fifteenth day of the Spring Equinox

Dragon Boat Festival / Dragon Festival / Dumping Festival 2013 is also called as 端午節
(Wednesday, 12 June 2013 )
Dragon Festival is celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month according to the Chinese lunar month.

Mid-Autumn Festival / Moon Festival / Moon cake Festival / Lantern Festival 2013 is also known as 中秋節
(Thursday, 19 September 2013)
Chinese people celebrate the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month as a Popular lunar harvest festival.

National Celebration Day / Double Tenth Day 2013 is also known as 國慶日 (雙十節)
(Thursday, 10 October 2013)
The beginning in 1911 is as
The National Celebration Day is observed at the beginning of the Wuchang revolution

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Here is the list of Australian Public Holidays 2013:

Australian Public Holidays 2013:
New Year’s Day 2013 (Tuesday, 1 January 2013)
The first day of the first month according to the Western calendar.

Australia Day 2013 (Monday, 28 January 2013 (substitute for Saturday, 26 January 2013))
Anniversary day is also known as Australia Day which is annually celebrated on 26th of January.

Canberra Day 2013 (Monday, 11 March 2013)
Canberra Day is observed annually on the second Monday of March for the mark of authentic naming of Canberra. 2013 is the centennial year (100th year) of Canberra day

Good Friday 2013 (Friday, 29 March 2013)
Crucifixion of Jesus Christ is marked as Good Friday. It is observed on Friday, the day ahead Easter Sunday.

Easter Saturday 2013 (Saturday, 30 March 2013)
The Saturday which falls between the Good Friday and Easter is celebrated as Easter Saturday.

Easter Monday 2013 (Monday, 1 April 2013)
Reappearance of Jesus Christ on the third day after his Crucifixion is marked as Easter.

Anzac Day 2013 (Thursday, 25 April 2013)
Anniversary of landing of army from Australia for the World War I on April 25th 1915.As a honor for the people who died in military actions are marked on this day. Marches, ceremonies and other activities are cherished on ANZAC Day.

Queen’s Birthday (Monday, 10 June 2013)
The head of State, Queen Elizabeth II’s birthday is marked on the first Monday of June. This is celebrated as the remembrance for Crowning Queen Elizabeth II. It is declared as the Public Holiday.

Family & Community Day 2013 (Monday, 30 September 2013)
Family and Community day is observed for the Melbourne Cup. It is declared as the public holiday.

Labour Day 2013 (Monday, 7 October 2013)
Observed for the effort of all workers in Australia. It is declared as the public holiday.

Christmas Day 2013 (Wednesday, 25 December 2013)
The celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ is marked on December 25th. It is the Religious and Public holiday all over the world.

Boxing Day 2013 (Thursday, 26 December 2013)
The traditional day following the Christmas is Boxing day, which is observed as the public holiday in Australia.

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Plan your New Zealand Vacation

Below is the list of New Zealand Public Holidays 2013:

New Zealand Public Holidays 2013
New Year’s Day 2013 (Tuesday, 1 January 2013)
New Year’s Day 2013 is on the first day of the first month.

2nd Day of the New Year’s Day 2013 (Wednesday, 2 January 2013)
The day after New Year’s Day, the second day of the first month is observed as the public holiday in New Zealand.

Wellington Province Anniversary Day 2013 (Monday, 21 January 2013)
The establishment of Colony of New Zealand exited from 1841 to 1876 is observed as the Welling Province Anniversary.

Auckland Province Anniversary Day 2013 (Monday, 28 January 2013)
The Provision of New Zealand exited from 1853 to 1876 is Auckland Province Anniversary Day 2013.

Waitangi Day 2013 (Wednesday, 6 February 2013)
Waitangi Day 2013 is observed as a prime day in history of New Zealand. A Public holiday is declared on February 6th of every year for the celebration of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840.

Good Friday 2013 (Friday, 29 March 2013)
Crucifixion of Jesus Christ is marked as Good Friday. It is observed on Friday, the day ahead Easter Sunday.

Easter Monday 2013 (Monday, 1 April 2013)
Reappearance of Jesus Christ on the third day after his Crucifixion is marked as Easter.

ANZAC Day 2013 (Thursday, 25 April 2013)
ANZAC day is celebrated to mark the anniversary of landing New Zealand army during World War I.As a honor for the lives that were lost activities are marked for this day. Many Marches, ceremonies and other activities are cherished on ANZAC Day.

Queen’s Birthday 2013 (Monday, 3 June 2013)
The head of State, Queen Elizabeth II’s birthday is marked on the first Monday of June. This is celebrated as the remembrance for Crowning Queen Elizabeth II. Queen’s birthday 2013 is declared as the Public holiday in New Zealand.

Labour Day 2013 (Monday, 28 October 2013)
The 4th Monday in October is celebrated as a Labour day and Public holiday is declared for the New Zealand businesses, Government offices and Schools.

Christmas Day 2013 (Wednesday, 25 December 2013)
The World wide celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ is normally marked on December 25th. It is the Religious and Public holiday in most of the countries in the world.

Boxing Day 2013 (Thursday, 26 December 2013)
The traditional day following the Christmas is Boxing day, which is observed as the public holiday in New Zealand.

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The ancient accounts describes that Deepavali is the festival of removing the dark and fetching the light in human life. For Deepavali 2012 occasion many people decorate the houses and workplaces by lighting clay lamps and small electric bulbs. Most of the people take special care by cleaning their houses and wash them with water and fragrant oils, wear new clothes, prepare sweets and varieties of food. People share gifts and sweets to their family members, friends, business associates and neighbors. Fireworks are set in all places through the day. Government offices, Colleges, Schools, Stores, all business remains closed on Deepavali.

DEEPAVALI 2012 IN MALAYSIA:

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Government declares one day holiday, for Deepavali 2012 in Malaysia which usually comes either in October or November; it is celebrated here in Malaysia by the Hindu community. Hindu religious scriptures depicts most popular epic story in the Ramayana in which Lord Rama rejoin with his wife Sita following a 14-year separation, and after having killed the evil king Ravana, which have given this annual celebration. Hindu devotee’s wakes before sunrise for the ritual oil bath to receive positive energy, then they step to temple for the prayers. The rest of the day is taken up by receiving guests, as is customary here in Malaysia.

DEEPAVALI 2012 IN SINGAPORE:

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Deepavali 2012 celebration in Singapore brightens the world. Around 10% of the entire population of the small country Singapore is Indians. Deepavali 2012, which literally means ”row of lights”, is celebrated by Hindus across the world and is the most important festival in Hinduism. In Singapore, Deepavali will be celebrated on 13th November 2012.A traditional way to celebrate Deepavali in Singapore is to have your hands painted with henna art. Henna is a flowering plant used to dye skin, hair, fingernails and even leather and wool.

DEEPAVALI 2012 IN INDIA:

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Deepavali 2012 is celebrated in India on the Amavasya( Amavaasai), the 15th day of dark fortnight, which usually falls on October or November, and Tamil month of aipasi (thula month). Deepavali, the festival of lights even today in this modern world projects the rich and glorious past of India. The preparation begins a day ahead, Houses are cleaned and decorated with kolam (rangoli). In the pooja room, betel leaves, betel nuts, plaintain fruits, flowers, sandal paste, kumkum, gingelly oil, turmeric powder and scented powder are kept. Crackers and new dresses are placed in a plate after smearing a little kumkum or sandal paste .Different varieties of Sweets are prepared and distributed to all. World of brightness is symbolized that day, due to thousands of light lamps that glows and brightens all places. A special occasion as Thala Deepavali is celebrated by newly wedded couples, where the brides get blessing from the elders, they are seen treated more special and they are made to burst the crackers at the first. The Deepavali 2012 Celebrations include a visit to the temple, gifts of clothes and jewelry, sharing on sweets and receiving blessings of elders. The groom’s parents, brothers and sisters join together and celebrate the beautiful day.

DEEPAVALI 2012 IN NEPAL:

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Nepal located in the foothills of the Himalayas is a multi-ethnic and multi-lingual society.Deepavali in Nepal is known as Tihar or Swanti. Hindus in Nepal celebrate Deepavali 2012 with bright lights. Exchanging gifts, fireworks and welcoming the Goddess Lakshmi, the God of Wealth and light. All the five days are celebrated with special significance. The first day is dedicated to cows as they cook rice and feed the cows believing that goddess Lakshmi resides on cows. The second day is for Dogs as the Vahana of Bhairava. Preparation of delicious food especially meant for the dog is a typical tradition of the day. Lights, Fireworks, Lamps and crackers are widely used. The fourth day is dedicated to Yama, the Hindu God of Death. He is prayed for long life. The fifth final day is Bhhaya Dooj dedicated for the brothers wishing long life and prosperity by their sisters.

DEEPAVALI 2012 IN SRILANKA:

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Deepavali 2012 is celebrated on 13th November 2012 and it is more popular among the Tamil people of Srilanka. Srilankan’s Tamil population celebrates Deepavali 2012 by wearing new clothes, exchanging gifts and by attending large meals together. It is common to celebrate by setting off fireworks and attending bonfire celebrations to recognize the ritual.

DEEPAVALI 2012 IN MYANMAR:

PLAN DEEPAVALI IN MYANMAR

Myanmar has good number of Hindu Population. Deepavali 2012 is celebrated by cooking delicious food and wearing new garments. This occasion is marked with traditional dance and music. Everyone enjoys the sweets, lights and the fireworks. Government declares holiday for Deepavali 2012 which falls on 13th of November 2012.

DEEPAVALI 2012 IN MAURITIUS:
Mauritius has great number of Indian population out of which 80% of them follow Hinduism. The Hindus in Mauritius celebrate Deepavali 2012 with great enthusiasm. The festival of light is usually celebrated in October or November. Public Holiday is awarded on Deevapali 2012 which is marked at November 13th day of 2012. Mauritius Deepavali celebration is an age-old tradition.

DEEPAVALI 2012 IN GUYANA:
Guyana is located at northeast part of South America and is also known as British Guiana. Hindus constitute 33% of total population in Guyana. National holiday is declared for Deepavali 2012 which falls on 13th November 2012. They follow the same old age tradition of cleaning the surrounding, lighting lamps, distributing sweets and new garments are worn.

DEEPAVALI 2012 IN TRINIDAD & TOBAGO:
Deepavali 2012 is regarded as a national holiday in the land of humming bird, Trinidad and Tobago due to the good number of Indian population. The day is marked by prayers, feasts and lighting thousands of clay lamps all over the country.

DEEPAVALI 2012 IN SURINAM:
Unlike Holi, Deepavali 2012 is not considered as an official National Holiday in Surinam. The Indians who occupy Surinam refer themselves as a Hindustani. Goddess Lakshmi Puja, visiting temple, sharing sweets are important traditions of Diwali celebrations.

DEEPAVALI 2012 IN FIJI:
Deepavali 2012 is a Public holiday in Fiji. A good number of Hindus are residing in Fiji. The excitement of festival is also celebrated by non-Hindus population. Just like Celebration in many parts of the world, Fiji also celebrates Deepavali 2012 with Lamps and candle light decorations, sweets, and gifts.

Have a Happy & safe Deepavali 2012!

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VETERANS DAY 2012:
As Veterans Day 2012 is a federal holiday in United States, most businesses, stores, schools are closed on that day. All workers on non- essential federal government offices are given off or extra pay is paid for working on the Veterans Day 2012. Though Veterans Day 2012 falls on a Sunday the following Monday has been declared as a holiday. If the holiday occurs on a Saturday then the Friday proceeding to the Veterans Day may be declared as a holiday.

Many Americans have their Grandparents, who are perishing the memory of the end of the Great War; some of the Americans even have their great grandparents who were really serving in the World War I.

In US the Veterans Day 2012 will be honored by serving the army, the air force, the navy, the National Guard, or other branch of the armed services. Veterans Day 2012 will be very respected by sharing some gifts or exchanging cards with the words of greatness about veterans serve and their services of protecting the Country. The support which is received by the public made the Veterans Day a true holiday in United States. Some Restaurant and fast food centers in United States normally provide free food for Veterans on this Veterans Day 2012.

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VETERANS DAY ORIGIN:
In United States Veterans Day formerly falls on November 11. It is a United States federal holiday to respect all the veterans for their services in World War I between the Allied nations and Germany in 1918. Veterans Day or Armistice Day was declared by President Woodrow Wilson on November 11, 1919, particularly to thank the surviving Veterans. A period of silence is maintained for two minutes at 11 am. Some schools are closed on Veterans Day, while others do not close, but it is specialized by an assembly or some other activities.

VETERANS DAY HISTORY:
On 11^th day of the 11^th hour of 11^th month of 1918 major combats of World War I ended. On November 11, 1919, Armistice Day was organized for the first time. In 1919, President Wilson proclaimed the day should be “filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory”. There were a schedule for parades, public meetings and a brief suspension of business activities at 11am. The resolution to make Armistice Day as United States federal holidays was passed by the Congress on June 4, 1926. Armistice Day was then appraised as an annual legal holiday observed on November 11. An Act was approved on May 13, 1938, which made November 11 in each year a legal holiday, known as Armistice Day. This day was originally intended to honor veterans of World War I. In 1954, the Congress changed Armistice Day into Veterans Day, since then the day was known as Veterans Day. In 1968 the Uniforms Holiday Judgment was made in an attempt to move Veterans Day to the fourth Monday of October. Veterans Day was then moved to the fourth Monday of October in 1971 based on Uniform Monday Holiday Act. But again the date of Veterans Day was moved back to November 11 in 1978.

A salute our Veterans and Best Wishes for Veterans Day 2012!

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