Celebrating Russia Day: A Holiday of Large Multinational Country
Celebrating Russia Day: A Holiday of Large Multinational Country
Sputnik Africa
On this summer public holiday, all streets in Russia are traditionally decorated with the state flag, and people take part in festivities dedicated to their... 12.06.2024, Sputnik Africa
Russia Day, observed on June 12, commemorates the nation's declaration of independence from the Soviet Union. This significant event has been celebrated annually since 1992, marking a pivotal moment in the country's history.On this day, the streets across Russia are adorned with state flags. As a public holiday, it inspires festivities throughout the nation, with citizens coming together to honor their heritage and homeland.Sputnik Africa shares with you the festive photographs taken on the occasion from all corners of the country.
On this summer public holiday, all streets in Russia are traditionally decorated with the state flag, and people take part in festivities dedicated to their homeland. In 2023, on Russia Day, a total of 3,300 events were held throughout the country, and over 2.3 million people took part in concerts, festivals, and public events.
Russia Day, observed on June 12, commemorates the nation's declaration of independence from the Soviet Union. This significant event has been celebrated annually since 1992, marking a pivotal moment in the country's history.
On this day, the streets across Russia are adorned with state flags. As a public holiday, it inspires festivities throughout the nation, with citizens coming together to honor their heritage and homeland.
Sputnik Africa shares with you the festive photographs taken on the occasion from all corners of the country.
![Celebration of Russia Day on the territory of the International Children's Center "Artek" in Crimea. - Sputnik Africa](https://cdn1.img.sputniknews.africa/img/07e8/06/0c/1067016737_0:0:2257:1566_600x0_80_0_1_7cceef7cbf7e7e8b83b1f7f1e3936031.jpg "Celebration of Russia Day on the territory of the International Children's Center "Artek" in Crimea.")
![Celebration of Russia Day on the territory of the International Children's Center "Artek" in Crimea. - Sputnik Africa](https://cdn1.img.sputniknews.africa/img/07e8/06/0c/1067016933_0:0:2663:1779_600x0_80_0_1_0b88b011bb4757ee804f5c2e87cdd692.jpg "Celebration of Russia Day on the territory of the International Children's Center "Artek" in Crimea.")
