Jul 7, 2024, 08:06 AM IST

8 countries with most public holidays

Pravrajya Suruchi

Nepal (39 days): Nepal tops the list with a whopping 39 public holidays throughout the year.

Colombia (18 days): Colombians enjoy 18 national holidays each year. These include religious holidays like Christmas and Easter, as well as national celebrations like Independence Day.

Sri Lanka (25 days): This beautiful island nation celebrates 25 public holidays annually. Many holidays are Buddhist and Hindu festivals, while others commemorate national milestones.

India (21 days): India boasts a diverse range of public holidays, with 21 national holidays recognized by the central government.

Philippines (18 days): The Philippines has 18 national holidays each year. A blend of religious and national holidays is observed.

Argentina (14 days): Argentina celebrates 14 national holidays annually. These include national holidays like Independence Day and Day of the National Flag.

Thailand (16 days): Thailand observes 16 national holidays each year. The majority of these holidays are Buddhist festivals, with some national holidays commemorating historical events.

China (11 days): China officially recognizes 11 national holidays each year. These include major holidays like Chinese New Year, a week-long celebration marking the Lunar New Year, and National Day.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports