Posted
on July 14, 2013
You
see, it's Bastille Day in France (see link below, under the “Also
on this date” heading). And Mayotte is French. So...today is
considered the national day of this African island.
I'm always amazed when I realize how many little tiny regions, islands, or nations I haven't even heard of before—but of course they are home to thousands of people who have no doubt heard of, not just my country (the U.S.), but in some cases also my state (California)!


Here
is something I find unusual: although French is the only official
language, the people of Mayotte know less French than those of any
other French overseas territory. This is especially true of older
people, though—the younger generations seem to be learning to
speak, read, and write French better. There are many other languages
on this relatively small island, as well, including Arabic and the
native languages of Shimaore, Kibushi, and Kiantalaotsi.
Check
out the cultural practices of the people of Mayotte.
Also
on this date:

Plan
ahead:
Check
out my Pinterest pages on July
holidays, historical
anniversaries in July,
and July
birthdays.
And
here are my Pinterest pages on August
holidays, historical
anniversaries in August,
and August
birthdays.
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