February 4 is Independence Day is Sri Lanka commemorating the country’s political independence from British rule in 1948. It is celebrated all over the country through a flag-hoisting ceremony, dances, parades and performances. Usually, the main celebration takes place in Colombo where the President raises the national flag and delivers a nationally televised speech.

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