Feb 15, 2017
Serbia National Day 2017
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Today Serbia celebrates its National Day, also known as Statehood Day and Sovereignty Day. The two-day holiday commemorates the 1804 uprising that grew into the Serbian Revolution, after centuries of Ottoman rule. February 15 was also the date the first Serbian constitution was adopted, in 1835.
Today's Doodle depicts Serbian dancers wearing opanci (traditional peasant shoes) and dancing the lively kolo. Serbians dance the kolo at weddings and other important occasions, often in large groups. Dancers say the kolo is easy to learn but difficult to master. Show off your fancy footwork as you celebrate the day!
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