Longest Day of 2024 : 21st June is the longest day of the year. This day is the biggest. Delhi has a day of 13 hours 58 minutes and 01 seconds i.e. about 14 hours. This day is the longest especially for the people of those countries or parts, which are in the northern part of the Equator.
It includes Russia, North America, Europe, Asia and half of Africa. This day is celebrated with great pomp in many places in the world. It is celebrated as Summer Solstice. Today we are going to tell you about the top 6 places in the world, where this day is celebrated in a very special way…
1. Anchorage (Alaska)
Here there is sunlight for 22 hours on the longest day of the year. A special Summer Solstice Festival is organized in Anchorage City. It is so grand that tourists from all over the world come to attend it.
2. Stonehenge (United Kingdom)
Every year a large number of people gather at the historical sites of Stonehenge to celebrate the Summer Solstice. Where during sunrise, the rays of the sun shine directly through the stones. This is quite amazing.
3. Stockholm (Sweden)
This day is celebrated in a special way on the Stockholm Island Group. This is one of the most prominent and special festivals celebrated in Sweden. On this day people become a part of traditional and cultural events and their fun is worth seeing.
4. Giza (Egypt)
June 21 is a very special day in Giza. On this day, when the sun sets between two very famous pyramids, the beauty there is worth seeing. Some people believe that the pyramids were built to make the astronomical event even more beautiful. A large number of people gather here and enjoy this day.
5. Greenland
The welcome of summer season is very special in Greenland. Many events are organized here across the country. Many cultural programs and parties are held. When the sunlight falls on the snow-covered ice, the hearts of the people there are thrilled. The beauty is no less than a wonder.
6. Ottawa (Canada)
Canada is also not behind in celebrating summer solstice. Here the beginning of summer is celebrated in a special way. The festivals of Ottawa are famous all over the world. The pride of the country is visible in this festival. This celebration lasts for 5 days is very popular. A large number of people become a part of it.
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