National Day
Swiss holiday
Also known as: Bundesfeier, Fête Nationale, Festa Nazionale
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National Day in Switzerland, celebrated on August 1st, commemorates the 1291 oath of confederation between the cantons of Uri, Schwyz, and Unterwalden. This foundational event marked the beginning of the Swiss Confederation. While the oath was taken in 1291, the holiday itself was established in 1891 and officially recognized as a federal holiday in 1993. This day celebrates Swiss unity and history, reflecting the country's long tradition of independence and its unique political structure that has survived for centuries.12
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