Delveric Heritage Festival

The Delveric Heritage Festival is an annual celebration of the history, traditions, and cultural aspects of the Grand Republic of Delvera. It was created on June 9, 2015 by First Consul David Sarkozy in the I Consular Decree. The festival is intended to share existing aspects of culture with all Delveran citizens, as well as promote the further expansion and development of these qualities. The celebration begins on July 8 and concludes on July 15.

History
Sarkozy conceived the idea during his year-long exchange study in China, after observing the long celebrations typical of Chinese holidays. He desired to create a holiday based solely around culture, seeing this as a weak point in the Grand Republic. The eight day period from July 8 to July 15 was chosen because of the significance of these dates in Delveran history. The first Delveric Heritage Festival was celebrated in 2015.

Celebration
The festivities begin on July 8, known as Salania Day. It was on this date in 2008 that the first Republic of Salania was founded by Jordan I, beginning the tradition of micronationalism in the area that would later become Lavrasia and the Protectorate. In honor of this heritage, the Salanian flag is raised, after which it remains up for exactly three days, signifying the three incarnations of Salania. A parade is also scheduled for this day in the capital city. July 9 - 14 are a series of holidays focusing on specific aspects of Delveric culture. National Folklore Day is a celebration of national and traditional folk stories. National Cuisine Day provides for a national banquet showcasing traditional foods. National Symbols Day, held on the date that the Holy Salanian Empire was founded, is celebrated by the lowering of the Salanian flag and the creation or dedication of a national symbol. National Arts Day calls for a national arts and crafts exposition and a music or drama performance. National Gaming Day is celebrated by an interprovincial card and video game tournament. National Language Day provides for exhibition of compositions authored by Delveran citizens and the proliferation of an official or recognized language. The celebration draws to a close on July 15, Commonwealth Day. This day in 2011 saw the end of Salania and the establishment of the Commonwealth of Lavrasia, a NottaLottan client state and the direct predecessor to the Grand Republic of Delvera. The day is marked by a changing of the guard ceremony, symbolizing the transition from the old nations to the new, as well as a fireworks display in the capital city.