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Cyprus Independence Day

Ημέρα Ανεξαρτησίας της Κύπρου

Cyprus Independence Day, observed on October 1st every year, commemorates the island’s liberation from British rule on 16 August, 1960. The Zurich and London Agreements, signed by Britain, Greece and Turkey, led to the Republic of Cyprus’s establishment as a sovereign state. It marks the beginning of self‑government and the end of colonial administration (1878-1960). The holiday is a national public holiday featuring flag‑raising ceremonies, military parade, speeches, and cultural events.

Feast day

The memory of Cyprus Independence Day is celebrated every year on October 1. Last feast was on a Thursday. Next feast in 2027 will be a Friday on 11 months 1 week.

Fast
free of fasting day (katalysi)

Take a look at the ephemeris of the day to see other saints and given names celebrated on the same day.