What are the important festivals in Maldives When is it?

Since Maldives is an Islamic country, there are a number of festivals related to Islam, as well as national days.

Eid:

The tenth day of ZulHijja in the Islamic calendar. On this day Muslims from all over the world make a pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca, Ka'aba. Local people visit their relatives and friends to say hello and it is a day to be celebrated for every Maldivian. The festival is celebrated with various festive programs and local specialties such as namyao, music and dance.

Hijri:

The twelfth day of the third month of the Islamic calendar. To commemorate the birth of Mohammed and share the people's love for him.

Muslim Ramadan Day:

The ninth month of the Islamic calendar. Legend has it that in this month Mohammed received his first revelation from God, and during the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast for a month, from the first light of day to the end of the moon, all Muslims should fast and forbid eating and drinking. During this month, working hours are also changed. Government work offices are open from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and private business owners are also required to close by 3:00 p.m.

National Day:

National Day, which falls on the first day of RabeeulAwwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar, celebrates the great victory of MohamedThakurufaanu in 1573 in the war against the Portuguese colonizers. On this day in 1953 Maldives broke away from Portuguese colonial rule and moved towards independence.

*** and Country Day:

Every year, November 11th in the Gregorian calendar is celebrated as the **** and Country Day of the Maldives. To commemorate the inauguration of the second **** and Country Day of the Maldives, a parade and military parade is held on the day of the holiday. It is of the same nature as October 1 in China.

Independence Day:

Every year on July 26th is a day to commemorate the independence of the Maldives. A big celebration is held at the **** and Plaza. Students dressed in colorful costumes will perform traditional and modern dances.