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Public in Gambia
Ashura
Also known as:
Yawmul Ashura
Islamic day of fasting
Quick Facts
Lunar Calendar
Date varies based on lunar cycles
🌙 Lunar Based
Religious Holiday
Has spiritual and religious significance
islam
Holiday Type
Classification in Gambia
Public
About Ashura
Islamic day of fasting
Commemorates various important events in Islamic history
Practical Information in Gambia
Banks
Banks are closed
🏦 ClosedSchools
Educational institutions are closed
🏫 ClosedGovernment Offices
Government services unavailable
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Calendar Systems
islamic
Lunar Calendar Based
This holiday's date varies according to the lunar calendar, which means it falls on different dates each year in the Gregorian calendar.
🌙 Lunar Dependent
📅 Variable Date
Historical Timeline
2026
Last observed in Gambia
🇬🇲Final celebration recorded in Gambia
⏰ Last ObservedAlternative & Historical Names in Gambia
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Gambia
Also Known As:
Yawmul Ashura
Current Status in Gambia
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Gambia
Last observed: 2026
Public Holiday
Date: July 16, 2024