Ecuador Tourism to Dazzle with Independence Day Celebrations

The Republic of Ecuador celebrated its first Independence Day on the 24th of May, 1822 when they got their independence from the Spain. May 24th marks the Battle of Pichincha, an event which led to Ecuador’s freedom from Spain. This is Ecuador’s ‘independence day’, so all the main cities have concerts, special events and fireworks.

On this auspicious day the people celebrate the Independence Day of Ecuador with much funfair and merriment. It’s a huge national holiday so expect plenty of partying. The celebration usually includes military parades and civic events held around the country. Agricultural, artisan and poultry fair together with typical dances and music parades also take place all over the country.

Holidays offer visitors an extraordinary glimpse at Ecuadorian culture and a unique opportunity to mingle with locals. Ecuador is a country with a thriving tradition of holidays, festivals and celebrations. Indeed, most months include at least one major festival or long weekend, which usually involve colorful ceremonies and lavish feasts.

If you are visiting Ecuador or the Galapagos Islands on this important historical day, try and find time to stop and enjoy the local events – it may not be the most fascinating of Ecuadorian holidays, but it definitely conveys a true sense of what it means to be Ecuadorian and the pride people take in their country. The celebration of the Battle of Pinchincha is a day of national pride and of Ecuadorian patriotism.  It demonstrates a strong sense of the people and their history.

Source: Travel & Tour World