Public holidays in Libya
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The following are public holidays in Libya.
Date | English name | Remarks |
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February 17 | 17th of February Revolution | The start of Libyan revolution on 17th of February 2011. |
October 23 | Liberation Day | Liberation day from Gaddafi regime. |
December 24 | Independence Day | Anniversary of Libyan independence in 1951. |
In addition, the following Muslim holidays, which may take place at any time of the year, are observed as public holidays:
Date | Arabic name | Islamic date |
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moveable | Day of Ashura | 10 Muharram |
moveable | Mawlid | 12 Rabi'-ul-Awwal |
moveable | Eid al-Fitr | 1,2 & 3 Shawwal |
moveable | Eid al-Adha | 9, 10, 11 & 12 Dhu al-Hijjah |