Flag Day

October 27, Monday

Flag Day in Greece is celebrated on October 27th. This day is dedicated to the Greek flag and its significance for the national identity and history of the country.

In Greece, this holiday is linked to historical events that took place in 1821 when the country began its war of independence from the Ottoman Empire. The flag, featuring nine horizontal stripes of blue and white, symbolizes the sky and sea of Greece, as well as the freedom fighters. The cross on the flag represents Orthodoxy, an important aspect of Greek culture and identity.

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