Belgian National Day: July 21st

July 21st is Belgian National Day.

On this day in 1830, Belgium became independent of Netherlands.

To commemorate the oath of Leopold I sworn on this day in 1831, July 21 was marked as a memorial day.

On that day, events such as fireworks and parades are held around the royal palace.

・References
– Visit Brussels: 21 July 2020: Belgium’s National Day!