Venezuela Independence Day 2021

Google Dooles 05.07.2021 14:00  Date: July 5, 2021 On this day in 1811, elected provincial Venezuelan leaders proclaimed the nation’s sovereignty. Today’s Doodle celebrates Venezuela’s Independence Day, or Cinco de julio, 210 years after this momentous turning point in the nation’s history. Today, the original Venezuelan Declaration of Independence document is safely tucked away at the Museo de la Casa de las Primeras Letras Simón Rodríguez in the capital of Caracas. Much more than just a home to Venezuela’s founding document, this history museum was once the 18th-century headquarters of the very first school in Caracas and home base for the teachings of iconic Venezuelan educator Simón Rodríguez. The building commemorates the work of Rodríguez, who taught ideals such as education for all to a student body that included key figures in the Venezuelan independence movement. To enjoy this national holiday, many families and friends gather with traditional music, dancing, and foods like arepas ! ¡Feliz Cinco de Julio, Venezuela! Location: Tags: , , , ,