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July 5·Every year

Independence Day

Independence Day is observed in Venezuela (Cinco de julio). Recognized nationally.

Category: Public holiday
Observed in: Venezuelaofficial

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The Shard (pictured) in London was inaugurated as the tallest building in Europe, with a height of 310 m (1,020 ft), but was surpassed by Moscow's Mercury City Tower four months later.

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