Independence Day!
Celebrating the Republic of Djibouti's independence
June 27th!
In 1977, Djibouti gained its independence From being apart of the French Somaliland. Watch the people of Djibouti proudly show-off some of their finest traditions and cultural celebrations.
Djibouti National Anthem
Henna designs done for the celebration
My friend Alena and her best friend Kira.
Come watch the spectacular fireworks
Djibouti in the Republic of Djibouti starting at 9!
Djibouti fireworks New Years
Djibouti is known for its spectacular firework display on independence Day and New Years!
My Friend Alena
Alena lives in the city of Djibouti in the Republic of Djibouti with her mother and father. Alena is 5'9, tan with brown hair. She loves to sing and dance amongst her other friends. She is 17 years old (sabata ashara) and she is studying at Ecole franco-islamic. Her favorite subject is mathematics and history.
Alena's mother
Alena's father
Activities and cultural experience Alena shared with me!
Alena braided my hair the way that she and her friends like to do before celebrating any holiday or going out.
Henna designs
Alena did henna designs on my hands and feet, she is very artistic!
Alena shared some of her jewelry with me to wear to the celebration of independence.
Djibouti: Dance folklorique des Issas ! Part 1