Learn About Vitus Day, Also Known as Kosovo Day – June 28th

Learn About Vitus Day, Also Known as Kosovo Day – June 28th

June 28th marks an important day in the history of Kosovo and the Serbian Orthodox Church. It is the day that commemorates the martyrdom of Saint Vitus, a Christian saint who was killed for his faith in the early 4th century. In Kosovo, this day is also known as Kosovo Day and is celebrated as…

November 8- National Liberation Day (Dita e Çlirimit Kombëtar)

November 8- National Liberation Day (Dita e Çlirimit Kombëtar)

November 8 marks an important day in the history of Albania, as it is the National Liberation Day, also known as Dita e Çlirimit Kombëtar. This day holds great significance for the Albanian people, as it commemorates the liberation of their country from German and Italian occupation during World War II. It also marks the…

Celebrate the Bountiful Harvest with Albania’s National Harvest Festival – Festa Kombëtare e Korrave

Celebrate the Bountiful Harvest with Albania’s National Harvest Festival – Festa Kombëtare e Korrave

Every year on August 7th, Albania celebrates the National Harvest Festival or Festa Kombëtare e Korrave. This vibrant and lively festival is dedicated to honoring the country’s rich agricultural heritage and giving thanks for the bountiful harvest. The festival is a beloved tradition that brings together families and communities to celebrate the joys of food,…

Celebrate June 15- National Flag and State Emblem Day

Celebrate June 15- National Flag and State Emblem Day

June 15 marks a special day for the people of Albania as it is celebrated as National Flag and State Emblem Day, also known as Dita e Flamurit dhe e Emblemit Shtetëror. This date holds great importance as it honors the symbols that represent the nation and its independence. The national flag and state emblem…

March 28 – Independence Day (Dita e Pavarësisë)

March 28 – Independence Day (Dita e Pavarësisë)

On March 28th every year, Albania celebrates its Independence Day, also known as Dita e Pavarësisë. This significant day marks the country’s independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1912, and is an important holiday for Albanians all around the world. Albania had long been under the rule of the Ottoman Empire, stretching back to the…

Celebrate Albania’s Freedom on April 27 – Flag Day (Dita e Flamurit)

Celebrate Albania’s Freedom on April 27 – Flag Day (Dita e Flamurit)

On April 27, Albanians around the world come together to celebrate Flag Day (Dita e Flamurit). This national holiday commemorates the day when Albania declared its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1912. It is a time of great pride, patriotism, and remembrance for the Albanian people. Flag Day is a symbol of unity and…

June 28- Day of National Reconciliation (Dita e Pajtimit Kombëtar)

June 28- Day of National Reconciliation (Dita e Pajtimit Kombëtar)

National reconciliation is a crucial aspect of any country’s history. It is a process of promoting peace, forgiveness, and understanding among individuals, communities, and nations. In Albania, June 28th holds a significant meaning as it marks the Day of National Reconciliation, also known as Dita e Pajtimit Kombëtar in Albanian. The Day of National Reconciliation…

Celebrating Skanderbeg Day – A Tribute to Albania’s National Hero

Celebrating Skanderbeg Day – A Tribute to Albania’s National Hero

Introduction Skanderbeg Day is one of the most important national holidays in Albania. Celebrated on November 28th each year, it is a day dedicated to honoring the life and legacy of the country’s national hero, Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg. Who is Skanderbeg? Born in 1405 in the city of Krujë, Albania, Skanderbeg is known as one…