2024 calendar: why is today, October 11, a holiday?

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October brings with it the gift of a long weekenda break that many look forward to to escape the daily routine and enjoy a few days of idle y relaxation. This short break is especially well received by those who have been working or studying for months uninterrupted, offering a perfect opportunity to recharge energy and face the last months of the year with renewed vitality.

Families, friends and couples usually take advantage of this break to take short getaways to nearby tourist destinations, enjoy outdoor activities or simply disconnect from the daily hustle and bustle. With spring weather, it is ideal for walks, social gatherings and, in many cases, reconnecting with nature, leaving behind daily obligations and responsibilities, even if only for a few days.

These types of long weekends also boost the local economy, since the domestic tourism is experiencing a significant boom with the arrival of visitors to different regions of the country.

He October 11 is a holiday in , designated by the National Government as part of the holidays for tourist purposes. This category of holidays aims to encourage domestic tourism and promote economic activity in different regions of the country. By establishing these holidays, the government seeks to generate greater mobility of people who can take advantage of the days off to go on getaways, discover new destinations or enjoy different local tourist offers.

As it falls on a Friday this year, the October 11 holiday becomes the perfect excuse to extend the break until Monday, creating a long weekend ideal for traveling or relaxing.

After the long weekend in October, the next holiday will be National Sovereignty Day on November 20, which is moved to Monday the 18th. In December, the Immaculate Conception and Christmas will be celebrated – (Illustrative Image Infobae)

He October 12 In Argentina we commemorate the Day of Respect for Cultural Diversitya date that invites reflection on the richness and importance of the continent’s native cultures. This day aims to recognize the ethnic and cultural diversity of the nation, highlighting the stories and traditions of the indigenous peoples who inhabited the territory before the arrival of European colonizers.

Until 2010, the anniversary was known as the Columbus Daya name that was modified through the Presidential Decree No. 1584/2010. This change was promoted to promote a more inclusive and respectful view, recognizing equality between all cultures and leaving behind hierarchical and discriminatory visions that marked the old name.

Currently, the Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity seeks to promote intercultural dialogue and historical reflection, opening spaces for the recognition of the rights of indigenous peoples and the commitment to work on public policies that protect their identities and promote their community development.

The Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity invites us to open spaces for the recognition and appreciation of the different cultures that make up the Argentine identity, promoting respect for indigenous peoples.
The Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity invites us to open spaces for the recognition and appreciation of the different cultures that make up the Argentine identity, promoting respect for indigenous peoples.

After the long-awaited October long weekend, the 2024 holiday calendar continues as follows:

  • November 20: National Sovereignty Day (moved to Monday the 18th).
  • December 8: Day of the Immaculate Conception of Mary.
  • December 25: Christmas.

With the National Sovereignty Day holiday moved to Monday, November 18, The next long weekend will be in the middle of next month.

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