Independence Day (Cyprus)
| Independence Day | |
|---|---|
| Observed by | Cyprus |
| Date | 1 October |
| Next time | 1 October 2017 |
| Frequency | annual |
In Cyprus Independence Day falls on 1 October. It is celebrated by festivals at the schools and a large military parade in the capital.[1] Cyprus became independent from the British in 1960, after a 4-year war.[2]
References
- ↑ "Independence day of Cyprus – 1st October".
- ↑ "August 16, 1960: Cyprus Gains Independence from Britain".
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