National Day of Armenia

national dayThe National Day of Armenia is (Republic Day, independence from the Transcaucasian Democratic Federative Republic 1918). The National Day of Armenia is celebrated annually on the 21st September. This day is also known as Independence Day, and it marks the country’s declaration of independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.

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National Day of Afghanistan

national dayThe National Day of Afghanistan  is 19 August (Independence from United Kingdom control over Afghan foreign affairs in 1919). The Republic of Afghanistan lies in southwest Asia, bordered by Iran (National Day of Iran), Pakistan (National Day of Pakistan). Also the republics of the former Soviet Union, and China (National Day of China). Islam is the predominant religion. The sabbath is on Friday, with work ceasing on noon Thursday. Saturday and Sunday are normal work days.

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