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Best wishes on Sámi People’s Day!

Marcel Schütz 6. February 2026 | Breaking News
Sametinget in Karasjok, Norway – Bild: Sametinget/ Sámediggi

Today is Sámi People’s Day.

On February 6, the Sámi, an Indigenous people in Northern Europe, celebrate their culture, history, and community. In Norway, Sweden, and Finland, the Sámi flag is traditionally raised on this day, and various cultural events take place. The day is also observed culturally within Sámi communities in Russia.

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