What associations do you have with November? Slush, cold, rains, autumn depression ... But in November there is a lot of good! This is the last day of autumn, which means winter, snow, skiing and the New Year are coming soon! Secondly, November is full of wonderful fun holidays! What is the day of national unity! After all, Russia is a huge multinational country, and in every region this holiday is celebrated on a large scale.
Take a walk with your soul
So, the November holidays look forward to the peoples of the North. These days, it is customary to arrange large-scale deer races to please the kids and compete with agility and agility themselves. All residents of Russia are ready to take to the streets of their cities in order to unite and enjoy this holiday together.
The first week of November
Opens the first day of the last month of autumn Day of the bailiff of the Russian Federation. This holiday is still young, it began to be celebrated in 2009. Prior to this, all legal professionals did not have a separate day off.
The second of November is the unspoken day of men. In our country, interest in international anniversaries is just beginning to falter, but there are already many supporters of an unofficial men's day. So it is safe to plan a vacation for the November holidays to the representatives of the stronger sex.
On the third of November, Japan celebrates its day. And we should turn to the Orthodox calendar. On this date, the memory of Rev. Hilarion the Great is honored.
Well, from the fourth of November the real fun begins. The Prime Minister of Russia, Dmitry Medvedev, has already signed a decree on holidays for next year. Therefore, you can safely ask the household: “How do we relax on the November holidays?” After all, there are three whole days off! From November 4 to 6. You can even arrange a short trip with friends and family.
By the way, while you will rest for three days, remember if you have any scouts you know? Their professional holiday is celebrated on the 5th.
National Unity Day
It will take several decades and nationalities in our country will finally mix. After all, how many nations are Russia uniting! Just do not count all! But people marry, have children, our nations mingle and merge together. We must respect and honor everyone, regardless of origin or religion. That is why National Unity Day opens the November holidays and is an important day for uniting Russia.
The idea to celebrate this event was born in 2004, and was proposed by its head, Patriarch Alexei II of the Russian Orthodox Church. For Christians, this is another very big holiday - the day of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God. And it so happened historically that it was on this day in 1612 that Russian troops were able to repel the attack of the Poles and completely rid their homeland of their papacy. Exactly 24 years before this, the icon of the Kazan Mother of God was shown to the people as a sign of the full accession of the Tatars to the composition of the Russian state.
As the day of national unity is celebrated in different regions of the country
The days of the November holidays go very quickly. But every region wants to celebrate them as loud and more fun! In addition to traditional meetings, concerts and festivals, some cities stood out especially.
- In Petrozavodsk last year, city residents united into one friendly round dance. Both adults and children cheerfully circled the central square, after which they all sang the Russian anthem.
- 7,000 people in Yekaterinburg confessed their love to their homeland. This was evidenced by posters, flags and happy smiles on the faces of the marching people.
- In Vorkuta, the festival of Reindeer Herder's Day starts annually. And although it is officially celebrated on a different date, it is November 4 that the city competitions on reindeer teams are held. The inhabitants of this northern city do not have disputes, they do not ask themselves: "How do we relax on the November holidays?" Everyone, young and old, goes to the city center to look at the horned lords of the tundra.
- In the distant Kamchatka, their traditions have also been preserved. It celebrates the national Koryak festival with songs and dances. November holidays for this people have a sacred meaning. After all, with their arrival, the warmth ended and a long harsh winter began, in which it was necessary not only to survive, but also how to relax. On November 4, guests of the peninsula are greeted with seal dishes, fish soup and pancakes with caviar.
Where to go for the November weekend
Weekends for the November holidays in 2016 give a unique opportunity to see the wealth of our country. But every nation has something to be proud of. But, unfortunately, many of our fellow citizens prefer to admire the sights of Egypt or Turkey, rather than the heritage of their homeland.
Recall the most popular sightseeing tours for the November holidays.
On the Golden Ring
The great advantage of such tours is that they allow you to choose a travel according to your interests, affordable and located in the central part of Russia, where it is convenient to get from remote cities.
Various tour operators can offer dozens of diverse routes. Usually they are united by topics, for example, “Land of Masters”, “Provincial Sketches”, “Crystal Chime” and others.
Saint Petersburg and Ladoga
For the northern capital and the week of November holidays will not be enough. This city has something to see and where to go. It is not surprising that it is much more informative to travel accompanied by an experienced guide.
Often St. Petersburg is arranged with Kaliningrad as an option for a tour for the November holidays. How many days will it take to travel? Some agencies offer package tours with an overnight stay of 3 or 5 days. By the way, Kaliningrad is the birthplace of amber, and thematic excursions can also attract the attention of jewelry lovers.
Orthodox tours
In this category there are many excursions, including a trip to key places of the Orthodox faith. These may be monasteries and churches of the Golden Ring or the history of the appearance of the Icon of the Kazan Mother of God. The transfer of the November holidays will help to realize the most cherished dreams and see what is desired.
Day of the Great October Socialist Revolution
During the years of the Soviet Union, this holiday was considered one of the main. Without recalling the history, now rarely is one of the young generation able to answer what did happen in 1917. And the state is different now, which means its holidays. But old people love nostalgia, and you can hear from them how 50 years ago, on a slushy and rainy day, "my mother and I went to the parade." Demonstration of military equipment and solemn meetings were an integral part of a significant day. And of course, all employees had a day off. And they gave it for 2 days - on the 7th and 8th.
In 1995, with respect to the memory of the events of a hundred years ago, the government decided not to cancel the holiday, but only to rename it on the Day of the military parade. But somehow in the people such a name did not take root. Within a few years, everyone was sure that November 7th is the Day of Accord and Reconciliation. Remembering how we work on the November holidays, do not forget that since 2005 the day off on November 7 has been canceled, which means that on Monday everyone goes to work, regardless of their condition.
What are we celebrating in the second week of November?
An urgent request to all readers: you do not need to celebrate all the holidays daily. The article is written for informational purposes, and not to search for a reason. Therefore, we ask you to rejoice only for those for whom this is a professional holiday or a significant event.
On November 9, the whole world unites in a common struggle against racism, fascism and anti-Semitism. In addition, on this date it is customary to conduct anti-nuclear actions. The very next day, Russia is ready to congratulate its defenders - the police.
The employees of the state bank cannot stand aside, because a special day is allocated for them - November 12. Happy holiday, dear and respected employees of Sberbank! And ornithologists share this solemn event. Indeed, for them, the twelfth of November is Sinichkin’s day.
Police Day was celebrated, but what about the district police? After all, they also want a separate holiday. Please, here is November 17th. But that's not all. In two days, all workers of the missile and artillery troops will commemorate their fellow soldiers. And on November 21, all tax officials will walk.
November Student Day
Students are a very spoiled people. They even got two days a year for the holiday. One, more traditional for Russia, is celebrated on Tatyana’s day - January 25, and on November 17, the whole world honors students.
The history of the memorable date began tragically. In 1939, Czechoslovakia was captured by the Nazis. But this did not prevent society, including students, from opposing the new system. On October 28, thousands of students took to the streets of Prague to mark the anniversary of the founding of the Czechoslovak State. But they were quickly dispersed that day, and one student was shot dead. On November 17, the people gathered again for a demonstration, but after that it all ended in failure. Many were imprisoned in concentration camps, hundreds were shot without trial or investigation.
In memory of these events, it was decided at the World Congress of 1946 to celebrate the Day of all brave and courageous students.
What you should pay attention to in the third week of November
This does not end the November holidays. How many days the fun will last depends only on strength and health. The main thing is not to forget that December and January are ahead! And therefore, it is worth noting the birthday of Santa Claus, whom it was decided to congratulate on November 18.
The day before, medical facilities celebrate the day of premature babies. Nowadays, unfortunately, this is not uncommon, and sometimes it is worth recalling those whose forces save a small life.
On November 21, the accountants turn to celebrate their professional holiday. They share this date with television workers.
What will please the last week of November
The November holidays in Russia in the last week of November opens the day of the psychologist - on the 22nd. On this day, the Orthodox worship the miraculous icon of the Mother of God, "The Naughty".
The great memorable dates of the Christian faith do not end there. The very next day, November 23, it is worth honoring the memory of St. George the Victorious. This man did a lot to establish the Christian faith on Roman soil, being a simple soldier in the service of a pagan emperor.
A day later, the church worships the reverend Confessor Studit Fedor. He became worthy of being counted as a saint after he exposed the illegal marriage of the king of Constantinople with his relative, which is a desecration of the Christian faith.
And on November 24, Russia marks the walrus day. The next day, the world community comes together to work together to eliminate violence against women.
Ends the November holidays Information Protection Day - 30th.
Orthodox dates
- On November 1, they honor their parents, the day is called parental Saturday.
- On the 3rd of the day the Great Hilarion is celebrated.
- The fourth of November, as already mentioned, is the day of the icon of the Kazan Mother of God.
- On November sixth, the glory of the icon “Joy of All Who Mourn” is glorified.
- Dmitriev day - November 8th.
- On the 19th, they remember St. Paul, the Patriarch of Constantinople and St. German, the Kazan Archbishop.
- November 21 - Mikhailov Day.
- On the last day of the month, the memory of Bishop Gregory and the Rev. Hegumen Nikon is honored.
November holidays in the world
Around the world also does not do without feasts. The most famous holiday in the USA is Thanksgiving. It is customary to celebrate it in the fourth week of the last month of autumn. The event is considered the end of all agricultural work, and so historically, it was customary at this time to thank heaven for the harvest. And for one meal and feast so that it rattled the whole world.
On November 5, the British gather together in nature to celebrate Guy Fawkes Day. One of the traditions is the creation of a scarecrow, like what we have at Shrovetide, and burning it at the stake.
For several consecutive years, it was decided to celebrate KVN Day around November 8 around the world. Russia, by the way, also began to join the next universal day of humor. But the holiday of the black cat, which can be remembered on November 27, is most pleasing.
The main thing is not to be late for work
No matter how long the November holidays last, do not forget that we are all busy, responsible people, most have work, some have studies. All the good needs to be completed on time and focus only on the main thing. This month there is a great opportunity to relax additionally - use it to the maximum.