A/RES/73/300 International Day of the Celebration of the Solstice Considering that indigenous peoples celebrate various sun rituals and ceremonies, including the beginning of the new year, on the occasion of the solstice on 21 June, Recognizing that many indigenous peoples, who belong to civilizations that have existed since ancient times, have a rich history of understanding the symbiotic connection between human beings and nature that fosters a mutually beneficial relationship, Bearing in mind that the solstices and equinoxes are events of particular relevance for indigenous peoples that symbolize the fertility of the land, agricultural and food production systems, cultural heritage and their millenary traditions and play a significant role in strengthening ties among indigenous peoples on the basis of mutual respect, complementarity, reciprocity and cooperation, 1. Recognizes 21 June as the International Day of the Celebration of the Solstice in its different manifestations; 2. Encourages Member States to make efforts to raise awareness of the celebration of the solstice in its different manifestations, inter alia, the Inti Raymi, the We Tripantu, the Willkakuti and Yasitata Guasú, and to organize annual events in commemoration of these celebrations, as appropriate; 3. Invites interested Member States, the United Nations, in particular its relevant specialized agencies, funds and programmes, mainly the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, and interested interna tional and regional organizations, within existing resources, and non-governmental organizations to participate in events organized by Member States, indigenous peoples and communities in which the solstice is celebrated and to raise awareness in this regard; 4. Requests the Secretary-General to bring the present resolution to the attention of all Member States and organizations of the United Nations system. 91st plenary meeting 20 June 2019 2/2 19-10297