October 29 is one of Turkey’s most important national holidays, celebrating the founding of the Republic of Turkey and the victory in the struggle for independence. Every year we celebrate this special day with enthusiasm and adorn it with flags. October 29 is considered a day that reinforces the Turkish people’s feelings of independence, freedom and national unity. In this blog post, we will examine the importance of October 29, its history, celebration traditions and its impact on Turkish society.
October 29, 1923 is the date on which the Republic of Turkey was proclaimed. Mustafa Kemal Atatürk successfully completed Turkey’s war of independence and laid the foundations of a new state. The proclamation of the Republic was an important step in Turkey’s transition from the old monarchy to a modern and democratic state. Atatürk dedicated this special day to the Turkish people.
October 29 is usually celebrated with enthusiasm and national unity. Every year, in the early hours of the morning, people express their enthusiasm by parading through the streets and cars decorated with Turkish flags. The official celebration takes place in Ankara with a grand ceremony attended by the President and other state officials. This ceremony includes military parades, air shows and festive speeches.
Another important October 29 tradition is the decoration of schools and public buildings with festive decorations. Various events are organized in schools and municipalities. Students participate in various activities to commemorate Atatürk and learn about the struggle for independence on this special day. There is also a competition among students