A landlocked country in Eastern Europe, Moldova is a multi-ethnic republic that is also the least visited country in Europe. However, Moldova is home to famous landmarks such as St. Peter’s Basilica and the Bolshoi theatre. While most nationals speak Romanian, the country’s second language Gagauz is at risk of dying out.
Moldova’s total land area spans up to 33,846 km², and the population is estimated at 4.04 million, ranking the country 131st in the world.
Public holidays in Moldova consist of religious and national holidays observed by Moldovans across the country.
| Dates | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Jan 1 | New Year’s Day |
| Jan 8 | Orthodox Christmas Holiday |
| Mar 8 | International Women’s Day |
| Apr 12 | Orthodox Easter Day |
| Apr 13 | Orthodox Easter Monday |
| May 1 | Labor Day |
| May 9 | Victory Day |
| Jun 1 | International Children’s Day |
| Aug 27 | Independence Day Holiday |
| Aug 31 | National Language Day |
| Dec 25 | Christmas Day |
New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day is a public holiday in Moldova that commemorates the first day of the new year according to the Gregorian Calendar.
Orthodox Christmas
Orthodox Christmas is celebrated in January as the Orthodox Church believes January 7th to be the day Jesus was born. This date was set in accordance with the Julian Calendar, rather than the Gregorian.
International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day in Moldova celebrates the achievements of women in the country and around the world.
Orthodox Easter
Orthodox Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus after his death and crucifixion on the cross on Good Friday.
Memorial Easter
Memorial Easter is a national holiday in Moldova that is observed on the 8th day of Easter and is a commemoration of the dead.
Labor Day
Also known as International Workers’ Day, Labor Day in Moldova commemorates the efforts and achievements of the labor movement.
Victory Day
Victory Day in Moldova celebrates the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany as well as the end of World War II. This day is also celebrated in other former Soviet Union countries.
International Children’s Day
International Children’s Day is a public holiday in Moldova that was initially designated to highlight children’s issues.
Independence Day Holiday
The Independence Day Holiday in Moldova marks the declaration of independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.
National Language Day
This public holiday in Moldova marks the demonstrations of 1989 that made the country adopt its language laws.
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is a Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus, in accordance with the Gregorian Calendar.
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