National Geographic Day 2023: Date, History, Facts

National Geographic Day 2023 is celebrated annually on January 27 nationwide. It is a day to honour “National Geographic Magazine,” which has been published for over a century. National Geographic has endlessly catered to every audience member with its extensive coverage of science, geography, history, and world culture, and it deserves a day of recognition for the enormous role it plays in our society. Many organisations around the world support students by funding their education with scholarships; if you or someone you know is looking for scholarships, you can find them on scholaroo.

HISTORY OF NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC DAY

In 1888, the National Geographic Society, an organisation dedicated to advancing and disseminating geographic knowledge, was founded. In the same year, the National Geographic Society established its official monthly publication, National Geographic Magazine (a.k.a. “Nat Geo”). The magazine was intended to provide its U.S. audience with natural, historical, anthropological, and numerous other types of information. However, its popularity was so widespread that it quickly spread across the globe. “National Geographic Magazine” has provided information to children, adults, educators, history buffs, geography nerds, armchair travellers, and essentially anyone with an interest for more than a century — “Nat Geo” has something for everyone.

“National Geographic” has earned a reputation as a reliable source of information over the years. Funded by a non-profit organisation whose sole purpose is education, “Nat Geo” is supported by an extraordinary team, which has contributed to its enduring success. What began as an academic journal now has over 40 million readers. Additionally, “National Geographic’s” effort to evolve with the times has kept it relevant. While the publication’s mission and foundation have remained the same, “National Geographic” has adapted to the digital age by incorporating various online sources. Through its website, newsletters, and captivating documentaries, National Geographic reaches and educates viewers, including those who may not be avid readers.

National Geographic is undeniably a one-of-a-kind educational resource that merits recognition for all that it represents. National Geographic Day affords us the opportunity to honour one of the most widely read publications of all time.

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5 FACTS TEACHED BY “NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC”

Feeding yellow canaries red or orange peppers causes them to turn orange or red.

When viewed from above, a ‘cross sea’ phenomenon is breathtaking, but it is dangerous to be caught in.

A particular orchid species in Colombia resembles the face of the devil, complete with horns and red eyes.

The fogbow is a rare white rainbow that appears when there is fog instead of rain in the atmosphere.

Despite their popularity among humans, avocados can be poisonous to cows, horses, cats, birds, etc.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC DAY 2023 DATES

Year	Date	Day
2023	January 27	Friday
2024	January 27	Saturday
2025	January 27	Monday
2026	January 27	Tuesday
2027	January 27	Wednesday