Jul 21, 2024
Belgium National Day 2024
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Today’s Doodle celebrates National Day in Belgium! This public holiday recognizes the nation’s progress and prosperity and commemorates its independence with grand festivities throughout the country. On this day in 1831, Leopold I took the constitutional oath and became the first king of Belgium.
The national flag has three colours: black, yellow and red. These are the colours of the heraldry of the Duke of Brabant: a yellow lion, with red claws and a red tongue on a black background. Today, the colours are represented in three vertical stripes.
To start the festivities, the royal family hosts a parade at the Place Royale in Brussels. Citizens can watch impressive folklore performances and musical concerts.At night, the midnight sky is illuminated with a breathtaking fireworks display to end the celebrations.
Happy National Day, Belgium!
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