27 April - Flag Day (Moldova)

 

Flag Day in Moldova, known as "Ziua Drapelului" in Romanian, is celebrated on April 27th each year. This day commemorates the national flag of Moldova and its significance as a symbol of the country's identity, unity, and sovereignty.

The flag of Moldova consists of three horizontal stripes of blue, yellow, and red, with the blue stripe on top representing the sky, the yellow stripe symbolizing the country's fertile soil, and the red stripe representing the blood shed by Moldovan martyrs for independence and freedom.

On Flag Day, various events and ceremonies are held across Moldova to honor the national flag. These may include flag-raising ceremonies, parades, cultural performances, exhibitions, and educational activities about the history and symbolism of the flag.

Flag Day is an opportunity for Moldovans to express their patriotism and pride in their national identity. It serves to reinforce the importance of the flag as a unifying symbol that represents the values and aspirations of the Moldovan people.