Costa Rica Independence Day 2022

Google Dooles 15.09.2022 11:15  Date: September 15, 2022 Today's Doodle celebrates Costa Rica Independence Day. On this day in 1821, the country declared autonomy from Spain as it adopted the Act of Independence of Central America along with El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Costa Rica joined the other four countries to form the Federal Republic of Central America two years later. After Costa Rica withdrew from the Federal Republic, it became a fully sovereign nation in 1838. Costa Ricans honor the day with parades, folklore shows and fireworks. On the morning of Independence Day, school bands march in a parade while children dressed in traditional costumes dance to the beat of the drums. Families also celebrate by eating food like casados—an overflowing plate of rice, beans, salad and tortillas. Depicted in today's artwork, Costa Rica’s national flag features dark blue, white and red horizontal stripes with a central coat of arms. The dark blue represents perseverance, the white symbolizes peace while the red conveys the warmth and generosity of Costa Rican culture. Happy Independence Day, Costa Rica! Location: Tags: