Ecuador Independence Day 2022

Google Dooles 20.08.2022 23:01  Date: August 10, 2022 Today’s Doodle celebrates more than 200 years of Ecuadorian independence! On this day in 1809, residents of Quito, the present-day capital of Ecuador, revolted against Spanish leaders and formed a provisional government. Power struggles continued until liberator Simón Bolivar arrived in 1820. When remaining territories were freed two years later, Ecuador became the first Latin American country to declare independence after centuries of Spanish rule. To commemorate Quito’s pivotal role in the fight for freedom, the city hosts many independence day shows, historical observances and cultural festivals. During performances at Independence Square , Ecuadorians proudly wave their national flag—like the one featured in today’s Doodle. Across the country, there are also grand parades, food festivals serving ceviche and yucca bread, concerts featuring pasillo music and dancers performing in embroidered costumes and traditional loose-fitting linen shirts . Happy Independence Day, Ecuador! Location: Tags: , , , ,