Happy 3 Kings Day! This is one of the most eagerly anticipated national holidays in the Dominican Republic – for adults because it is day off, and for the little ones because it is a day they get gifts!
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Dominican Constitution Day – the reason for this long weekend
On November 6th every year the Dominican Republic celebrates the “Día de la Constitución” (constitution day). This year the day-off for this national holiday was moved to Monday the 4th of November – so that we could all enjoy a nice long weekend of celebrations! The First Constitution Day November 6th, 1844 On the 6th of […]
Today the Dominican Republic celebrates Corpus Christi Day!
Today, Thursday May 30th, the Dominican Republic celebrates “Corpus Christi” Day, a feast day based on Catholic traditions and religious beliefs – also shared among many European and Latin countries. On this day many attend church to commemorate Jesus’ last supper as a way of showing love and gratitude; a principal Christian ritual. Today (Thursday […]
Today we celebrate International Worker’s Day!
May 1st is International Worker’s Day, but here in the Dominican Republic the celebration has been moved to Monday April the 29th. This is a national holiday in the Dominican Republic and in many countries around the world. The Silgon Inc. team wish you a Happy Worker’s Day! From left to right, Philip Silvestri (seated), […]
