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Estonian Independence Day is a special holiday on February 24th when people in Estonia celebrate the day they became a free country. It started in 1918, when Estonia declared its independence from other countries that used to control them. On this day, Estonians feel proud of their nation, wave flags in blue, black, and white, and enjoy parades and concerts. Families often gather to have fun together and remember how important it is to be able to make their own choices and live freely. It's like a big birthday party for the country!
How to celebrate Estonian Independence Day?
Start your day with a flag-raising ceremony and sing the Estonian national anthem with friends and family. Wear traditional Estonian clothes or blue, black, and white, the colors of the Estonian flag. Attend a local parade to enjoy some fun and excitement. You can also watch or join folk dances, where people dance in a circle holding hands. Try making and eating traditional Estonian foods like black bread, blood sausages, and sauerkraut. Read stories or watch videos about Estonia's culture and heroes. In the evening, watch fireworks light up the sky and gather around with loved ones to remember the special day.
Where Estonian Independence Day is celebrated?
- - Estonia
