Independence Day - Ecuador

Independence day in Ecuador is always on August 10th and celebrates their independence from Spain back in 1809.

Celebration\ Observance

People celebrate this day by attending parades, dances, carnivals, outside get togethers, and military displays with much patriotism and pride about their countries independence. This independence day holiday is a national holiday with most business and government offices closed.

History

Back in 1809 Juan Pio Montufar was made President with the plan to create a government and declare independence from the Spanish Empire.