5 Countries with the Most Public Holidays in the World

3. Iran

Total Public Holidays = 26

Iran celebrates Nowruz, the Persian New Year, marking the first day of spring with house cleanings and festive gatherings. Another popular holiday is Quds Day, which is a day of solidarity with Palestine. The death anniversary of Imam Khomeini is also a day of national mourning and reflection. Iran is one of the countries with the most public holidays in Asia.