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Holidays & Observances in Sudan

Sudan is an East African country just south of Egypt. Northern Sudan was once known as Nubia, which was one of the most advanced and important parts of ancient Africa. Nubian culture is still an important part of Sudan, though many other cultures have influenced it since. Modern Sudan struggles to define its identity, as there has been lots of ethnic violence throughout the country since independence. Islam is the most important religion, but its domination of the culture has caused even more problems with the indigenous and Christian citizens, of which there are many. Islamic holidays are celebrated widely and proudly across the country, but other religious holidays such as Easter and Christmas are generally quiet and private.

 

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Country Observances

Holiday Date Country Holiday Observance Type Religion/Belief
Easter Religious/Beliefs, Popular Christianity
Easter Monday Religious/Beliefs Christianity
Laylat Al-Qadr Religious/Beliefs Islam / Muslim
Eid al-Fitr Religious/Beliefs Islam / Muslim
Orthodox Good Friday Religious/Beliefs Christianity, Orthodox
Orthodox Holy Saturday Religious/Beliefs Christianity, Orthodox
Orthodox Easter Religious/Beliefs Christianity, Orthodox
Orthodox Easter Monday Religious/Beliefs Christianity, Orthodox
Eid al-Adha Religious/Beliefs Islam / Muslim
New Years Eve Popular
New Year's Day Popular
Ramadan Begins Religious/Beliefs Islam / Muslim
International Women's Day Popular
Laylat Al-Qadr Religious/Beliefs Islam / Muslim