Today’s doodle celebrates Serbia’s National Day, also known as National Day or Sovereignty Day. On this day in 1804, the first Serbian uprising took place, paving the way for Serbian independence from the Ottoman Empire. This national holiday also commemorates the adoption of the country’s first constitution, which established democracy and protected human rights, on this day in 1835.
This holiday commemorates two historic events in his life, so a two-day celebration is just the thing. To commemorate these anniversaries, government officials lay wreaths at monuments honoring those who fought for Serbia’s sovereignty. These solemn ceremonies are accompanied by speeches about the country’s past, present, and future.
On Statehood Day, when winter and summer meet, many people hope for a cloudy day. Folklore has it that bears wake up from hibernation and return to their dens when they see their own shadows. This suggests that winter will continue, but cloudy days mean good weather.
Happiness Serbia’s National Day!
