All holidays may not be celebrated by all denominations of a given religion. This list is not intended to include secular observances. Please note that PLAN offices in the developing world may be closed during these holidays, depending on the religion observed in the country. First day of the Buddhist fasting and the beginning of the retreat period. This is primarily a day on which young men enlist as novices for the monastery.
Some countries celebrate Christian holidays under the Coptic calendar.
While the celebrations are the same, the dates may be different. This holiday is not observed by all Christian denominations.