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Oct
Republic Day on October 29 is a special day in Turkey. It celebrates when Turkey became a republic in 1923, which means the country started having a president and a parliament to make important decisions. On this day, people in Turkey feel proud and happy. They have big celebrations with parades, fireworks, and lots of waving of the Turkish flag. Schools, businesses, and families join together to remember this important change in how their country is run. It's like a big birthday party for Turkey's new way of being a country with its own rules and leaders.
How to celebrate Republic Day?
Start the day by decorating your home with flags and colorful balloons. Dress up in your favorite traditional clothes or wear the colors of our flag. Join in the community parade and wave your own small flag high. Enjoy fun games and activities with your friends and family. Listen to inspiring speeches or read stories about heroes who make our country proud. Have a tasty picnic outdoors with snacks like sandwiches and fruit. In the evening, watch fireworks light up the sky and enjoy the bright colors. Before bed, think about how you can help make our country even better.
