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Public holidays in Åland

Public holidays in Åland are special days that everyone in Åland gets to take off from work and celebrate. Think of them as really big, important, and fun days that happen only a few times a year.

There are a total of nine public holidays in Åland, and they are usually decided by the local government or religious leaders. Some of the most important holidays include New Year's Day (when everyone celebrates the start of a new year), Epiphany (when the three wise men visited baby Jesus), and Easter (when Christians celebrate Jesus rising from the dead).

Other important public holidays in Åland include Midsummer's Day (a day to celebrate the summer solstice and enjoy the long days of sunlight), All Saints' Day (to remember loved ones who have passed away), and Christmas (when Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus).

On these holidays, people usually spend time with their families and loved ones, cook special meals, and participate in traditions that are unique to their culture and customs. Whether it's decorating the Christmas tree or watching fireworks on New Year's Eve, public holidays in Åland are a chance for everyone to come together and have fun.