Martyrs’ Day (Libya)

Martyrs’ Day is a cultural holiday in Libya that is celebrated on September 16th each year. The day commemorates the memory of Libyans who were killed or exiled under Italian rule and those who were killed in the 17th of February revolution. The holiday marks the anniversary of the execution of a notable resistance leader on this day in 1931. On this day, Libyans pay tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the independence of their country. The day is observed as a public holiday, and people visit cemeteries and monuments to pay their respects to the martyrs.