holidays in Georgia
Summary:This article describes public holidays and special holidays in Georgia that may affect the progress of your shipment.
Public Holidays in Georgia
Georgia has a rich and colorful festival culture, including the following important public holidays:
New Year-January 1:
New Year is a joyous festival for Georgians to bid farewell to the old and usher in the new, similar to celebrations in other parts of the world. People will wish each other a happy new year, enjoy a hearty holiday meal, and attend various parties and celebrations to welcome the arrival of the new year together.
Independence Day-June 9:
Independence Day is one of the most important national holidays in Georgia, commemorating Georgia's independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. On this day, grand parades, concerts and other celebrations are held across the country, and people sing and dance together to commemorate the heroic struggle of their ancestors and celebrate the hard-won results of national independence.
Virgin Mary Day-August 28:
Virgin Mary Day is one of the most important religious holidays in Georgia, established in memory of the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus. On this day, devout Christians will go to church to attend worship services and pray that the Virgin Mary will bless their families with peace and happiness.
Mtskheta Toba Festival-October 14:
Mtskheta Toba Festival is an important festival of Georgian Orthodox Church, commemorating Georgia's conversion to Christianity and the completion of Mtskheta Cathedral. On this day, people will go to Mtskheta Cathedral for pilgrimage, participate in religious ceremonies, and experience Georgia's long-standing Christian culture.
St. George's Day-November 23:
St. George's Day is the patron saint's day of Georgia and also a festival of the Georgian army. On this day, people will hold grand ceremonies and activities to express their respect and gratitude to St. George and pray that he will bless the country and the people with peace.
Special holidays in Georgia:
Christmas-January 6:
Christmas in Georgia is similar to other Orthodox countries and is celebrated on January
6.
People will prepare rich holiday meals in advance and have dinner with family and
friends.
Various traditional celebrations will be held throughout Georgia during Christmas.
Mother's Day-March 3:
Mother's Day in Georgia is celebrated on March 3 every year. On this day, children will express gratitude and love to their mothers and give gifts. In addition, various activities to celebrate Mother's Day will be held throughout Georgia.
Easter-April 9:
Easter is one of the most important religious holidays in Georgia and was established to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Grand religious ceremonies and celebrations will be held throughout Georgia, and people will congratulate each other "Happy Easter" and enjoy Easter dinners.
Victory Day-May 9:
Victory Day is a holiday established in Georgia to commemorate the victory over Nazi Germany. On this day, people hold various memorial activities to remember the victims of the war and pray for peace.
New Year's Eve - December 31:
New Year's Eve is a joyous festival for Georgians to bid farewell to the old and usher in the new. People will attend various parties and celebrations, sing and dance, and welcome the arrival of the new year together.
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