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Category: Southern and Southeast Asia


Highlighting events in or celebrating the nations and cultures of the South and Southeast Asia.

The South Asia category covers nations and territories of Southern and Southeastern Asia

Martyred Intellectuals Day (BD)(1971): Dec...

Daily

Martyred Intellectuals Day is a solemn observance commemorating the brutal assassination of the country's intellectuals during the final stages of the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. This day serves as a...

January

National Day, (LA)(1975) December 2

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National Day in Laos marks the anniversary of December 2, 1975, when Laos declared itself a republic. National Day is a national holiday.

January

Neutrality Day, (TM)(1995): December 12

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Neutrality Day in Turkmenistan marks the anniversary of December 12, 1995, the official day the nation was recognized as a neutral state in South Asia, much like Switzerland in Europe by the United Nation...

January

Republic Day, (MT)(1974): December 13

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Malta's Republic Day marks the anniversary of December 13, 1974, when the island nation ended the monarchy and became a republic. Republic Day is a national holiday.

January

Rizal Day, (PH)(1896): December 30

Daily

Intellectual and revolutionary Dr. Jose Rizal was a hero of the Philippine revolution. He was martyred on this day, December 30, 1896, and executed by firing squad. His death anniversary is a national hol...

January

Simbang Gabi, (PH)(C): December 16-24

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Simbang Gabi is the official Christmas prayer tradition in the Philippines. It begins nine days before Christmas and includes nine early dawn and nine evening masses (church services). It is the preparati...

January

Victory Day, (BD)(1971): December 16

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Victory Day in Bangladesh marks the anniversary of December 16, 1971, when East Pakistan became part of the nation. Victory Day is a national holiday.

January

Arts Month, Ntl. (PH): February 1-15

Monthly

Arts Month supports the Philippines' effort to nurture and promote its diverse artistic expressions. It reflects the country's commitment to honoring and preserving its cultural legacy while encouraging c...

January

Brunei Darussalam (BN)(1984): February 23

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On February 23, 1984, the Southeast Asian country of Brunei was granted its independence from Britain. Brunei Darussalam is a national holiday.

January

Day of Solidarity with Muslim Arab and Sou...

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Howdy! We're working on the description for this event. It's one of over two thousand events added to the calendar this year. We have verified it is an authentic event and have included the organization...

January

Democracy Day, Ntl. (NP)(1952): February 1...

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Nestled between India and China, the mountain nation of Nepal ratified its constitution on February 18, 1952. National Democracy Day celebrates that anniversary.

January

EDSA People Power Commemoration Week (PH)(...

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EDSA People Power Commemoration Week, named after Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), where it occurred in Metro Manila, marks a pivotal moment in Philippines history. This week-long commemoration, held...

January

EDSA Revolution Holiday (PH)(1986): Februa...

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EDSA People Power holiday, named after Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), where it occurred in Metro Manila, marks a pivotal moment in Philippines history. This week-long commemoration, held annually i...

January

Federal Territory Day, (MY)(1974): Februar...

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Howdy! We're working on the description for this event. It's one of over two thousand events added to the calendar this year. We have verified it is an authentic event and have included the organization...

January

Independence Day (LK)(1948): February 4

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Sri Lanka became a nation in 1972. Before then, the nation was known as Ceylon and was part of the British Empire. On February 4, 1948, the nation gained independence from colonial rule; Independence Day...

January

Martyrs Day (BD)(1952): February 21

Daily

Like many societies, the Bengalese seek to preserve their language and heritage. Student protesters were killed on this day in 1952 when Urdu was declared the official language of neighboring Pakistan. Ul...

January

National Day, (VN) (1930): February 3

Daily

National Day in Vietnam marks the anniversary of the creation of the Vietnamese Communist Party on February 3, 1930. National Day is a national holiday.

January

People Power Revolution, (PH)(1986): Febru...

Daily

Howdy! We're working on the description for this event. It's one of over two thousand events added to the calendar this year. We have verified it is an authentic event and have included the organization...

January

Tet Nguyen Dan (VN): February 10 

Daily

Tet Nguyen Dan, or Tet, is Vietnam's most important festival, marking the arrival of spring and the Lunar New Year. Its history is deeply rooted in Vietnamese folklore and traditions, dating back thousand...

January

Total Defense Day (SG)(1942): February 15

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Total Defense Day, observed annually on February 15 in Singapore, marks a pivotal moment in the nation's history. This day commemorates the fall of Singapore to Japanese forces during World War II in 1942...

January
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