Pakistan is composed of the Muslim Majority and they celebrate Muslim holidays with devotion to religious traditions and customs like fasting, procession, prayers and offerings to God or in honor of the prophets. Most of the offices, stores and banks will be closed on these days.
Saturday, 5 February 2011: Kashmir Day
This day is spent in prayers for Kashmir or protests in favor of Kashmir.
Wednesday, 16 February 2011: The Prophet’s Birthday
The Muslims celebrate the birthday of the prophet Muhammad in a procession.
Wednesday, 23 March 2011: Pakistan Day
This day is to commemorate the Lahore Resolution and the first constitution adoption of Pakistan.
Sunday, 1 May 2011: Labour Day
This day is celebrated to honor the works and the labors done by the workers of the country.
Sunday, 14 August 2011: Independence Day
This celebrates the day when Pakistan became an independent country back in 1947. On this day, people celebrate with fireworks, raising of the flag and delivery of speeches.
Wednesday, 31 August 2011: Eidul Fitr (End of Ramadan)
Thursday, 1 September 2011: Eidul Fitr Holiday
Friday, 2 September 2011: Eidul Fitr Holiday
These days are to celebrate the Muslim’s End of Ramadan, or end of the fasting month.
Monday, 7 November 2011: Eidul Azha (Feast of Sacrifice)
Tuesday, 8 November 2011: Eidul Azha Holiday
This holiday is to celebrate the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son to God.
Wednesday, 9 November 2011: Allama Iqbal Day
This is to celebrate Muhammad Iqbal’s birthday who was a great Muslim poet and a prominent leader.
Wednesday, 7 December 2011: Ashura Holiday (Yaum-e-Ashur)
Thursday, 8 December 2011: Ashura Holiday
This day is celebrated by Muslims in remembrance of the death of Husayn ibn Ali who was the grandson of the prophet Muhammad.
Sunday, 25 December 2011: Quaid-e-Azam’s Birthday/ Christmas Day
This is a public holiday to celebrate the birthday of Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan, also commemorating the Birth of Christ celebrated by the Christians.
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