Mexico Independence Day

One of the major and most significant days in Mexico is the Mexican Independence Day. Mexico celebrates its Independence Day on 16th of September.

Actually, 16th September of the year 1810 marks the end of the Spanish rule over Mexico. This remarkable day is celebrated by the Mexicans all across the globe.

The Independence Day of Mexico is celebrated with great enthusiasm and dynamism. The Mexico Independence Day is described as a major day in the history of Mexico. Some more information about this significant day is given below, just have a look at them and update yourself with the knowledge and importance of this day.

Mexico Independence Day History :
It was on 16th of September in the year 1810; a priest named Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla revolutionized the entire history of Mexico. He took the important decision before the dawn of 16th September, 1810. He rang the church bell and all the people of the small town of Dolores gathered in one place. They revolted against the Spanish rule and it was the initial or the starting point of the Mexican war of Independence. In the year 1821, Mexico attained independence from the Spanish colonial authorities.

Mexico Independence Day celebrations :
The celebrations of the Mexican Independence Day start from 15th September every year. Mexicans all over the world start the grand celebrations of the Independence Day from 15th September itself, which is the eve of the Independence Day. Each and every town of Mexico is decorated with the colors of the Mexican Flag that are red, white and green. The celebrations include parades, grand and exquisite feasts, road shows, bull fights, performances, etc. For instance, in Mexico City, the celebrations of the Independence Day of Mexico start with the speech of the President on the 15th of September.

After ringing the historic liberty bell, the President shouts ‘Mexicanos Viva Mexico’ addressing the huge crowd.

This is a popular tradition that is observed every year on the eve of this auspicious day. The huge crowd echoes back ‘Mexicanos Viva Mexico’ and this is again echoed by the Governors of every single state. The President waves the flag of Mexico and after that the National Anthem of Mexico is sung. It wouldn’t be wrong to say that the celebrations of 16th September are quite similar to the celebrations of 4th of July that is the Independence Day of United States. The 16th of September is the grand day of celebrations for the Mexicans. The celebrations of the day are started with a civic ceremony followed by parades of the military. People fully utilize this holiday by actively participating in the grand celebrations of the independence of Mexico. The statue of Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla is decorated with a variety of flowers. Several types of shows and programs are organized that features the traditional song and dance performances of Mexico. Grand feast are an integral part of the Mexican Independence Day celebrations as it is believed that foods symbolizes the true spirit of Independence Day. Moreover, various types of shows are organized especially for the school children of all ages. The light works and the amazing firework displays complete the celebrations of Mexico Independence Day.