Greenlanders celebrate national holiday under 24 hours of sunlight

22 Jun 2025 • 7:00 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Greenlanders celebrated their National Day on Saturday, marking the summer solstice with festivities under 24 hours of sunlight.
  • The celebrations included traditional activities such as marches with national flags, songs, dances, and a cannon salute.
  • A key event was the annual seal hunting competition, with the catch distributed to nursing homes and other parts used for clothing.
  • The national Holiday, declared in 1985 following a 1979 home rule referendum, is a day of unity and cultural preservation for the island's 56,000 inhabitants.
  • Despite past political interest from Donald Trump regarding the island, locals focused on enjoying the festivities and community spirit.

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