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The Christian feast day of the Assumption of Mary celebrates the belief that God assumed the Virgin Mary into Heaven following her death.
Is Dormition of the Holy Virgin a Public Holiday?
Dormition of the Holy Virgin is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
The feast day of the Assumption of Mary commemorates the Virgin Mary's assumption into heaven.
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About Dormition of the Holy Virgin
Read more about Dormition of the Holy Virgin.Dormition of the Holy Virgin Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Cmt | 15 Ağu | Dormition of the Holy Virgin | National holiday |
| 2021 | Paz | 15 Ağu | Dormition of the Holy Virgin | National holiday |
| 2022 | Pzt | 15 Ağu | Dormition of the Holy Virgin | National holiday |
| 2023 | Sal | 15 Ağu | Dormition of the Holy Virgin | National holiday |
| 2024 | Per | 15 Ağu | Dormition of the Holy Virgin | National holiday |
| 2025 | Cum | 15 Ağu | Dormition of the Holy Virgin | National holiday |
| 2026 | Cmt | 15 Ağu | Dormition of the Holy Virgin | National holiday |
| 2027 | Paz | 15 Ağu | Dormition of the Holy Virgin | National holiday |
| 2028 | Sal | 15 Ağu | Dormition of the Holy Virgin | National holiday |
| 2029 | Çar | 15 Ağu | Dormition of the Holy Virgin | National holiday |
| 2030 | Per | 15 Ağu | Dormition of the Holy Virgin | National holiday |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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