Cumhuriyet Bayramı
Republic Day, commemorating the declaration of the Republic in 1923 with torchlight processions, speeches and fireworks.
Cumhuriyet Bayramı, or Republic Day, is a significant national holiday in Turkey, celebrated annually on October 29th. This day commemorates the proclamation of the Republic of Turkey in 1923, marking the transition from the Ottoman Empire to a modern, secular nation-state. The celebrations begin with a formal ceremony at Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic. The President of Turkey, along with high-ranking officials and foreign dignitaries, lays a wreath at Atatürk's tomb and delivers a speech honoring his legacy.
Throughout the day, various events take place across the country. In Ankara, the capital, a grand military parade is held, featuring marching bands, military units, and aerial displays. In Istanbul, a spectacular torchlight procession, the Fener Alayı, winds through the streets, culminating in a fireworks display over the Bosphorus. Schools, universities, and public institutions organize cultural programs, concerts, and exhibitions showcasing Turkish art, music, and history. Families and friends gather to enjoy traditional meals, often featuring dishes like kebabs, meze, and baklava.
The pack has 35 words spread across these domains.
Same words in both. Beginner gets more help: matching and completing. Advanced listens and spells it out unaided. Pick it in practice; it locks when you take the scored run.
Practise as often as you like, all year. The scored run happens once, while the competition is open, and cannot be retaken.