Sat Nov 30 19:24:10 UTC 2024: ## Holiday Heaven or Holiday Hell? Nepal Tops List of Countries with Most Public Holidays
**London, UK** – The prospect of losing a bank holiday has sparked a global debate about which countries offer the most time off. Following news that France may reduce its number of public holidays, a travel publication investigated the worldwide distribution of bank holidays.
The findings reveal Nepal as the undisputed champion, boasting a staggering 39 public holidays annually. This includes celebrations such as Democracy Day, Nepali New Year, and numerous religious festivals. Other top contenders include Myanmar (32 holidays), Iran (26), and Sri Lanka (25). Several Asian countries, such as India, Malaysia, and Cambodia, also rank highly with 21 or more holidays. Liechtenstein is the only European nation to make the top ten, offering 20 public holidays.
The UK, with its eight bank holidays, pales in comparison. This disparity highlights the varying cultural and religious influences on national calendars, prompting some to question whether a move to a country with more vacation time might be in order. The full list of countries ranked by number of public holidays is available in the original article.
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