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June 21·Every year

International Yoga Day

UN-designated in 2014 after an Indian proposal backed by 177 countries. Mass sessions in public spaces from Dehradun to Times Square. Chosen for the summer solstice — the longest day.

Category: Culture
Observed in: IndiaofficialUnited StatesUnited KingdomAustralia

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