Mexico’s Independence Day is right around the corner coming up on September 16th. If you’re dreaming of a vacation to Mexico, you should plan a trip to experience the Independence Day festivities in person. This important holiday celebrates Mexico’s declaration of independence from Spain in 1810. It’s a festive holiday that is full of national pride, colorful parades, fireworks, mariachi concerts, and delicious food and drinks. You should book your vacation to Mexico in mid-September and get ready to celebrate like you never have before! Need a place to stay? Garza Blanca Resorts have special travel packages available right now. Contact Garza Blanca to take advantage of limited time all-inclusive deals. In the meantime, keep reading below to learn more about Mexico’s Independence Day.
The History of Mexico’s Independence Day
In 1521, Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortes conquered the native Aztecs in Mexico and the country became a Spanish colony. From that point on, Spain ruled Mexico for nearly 300 years until the early 1800’s. In the early 1800’s, Mexicans revolted against Spanish rule to earn their independence. In the city of Dolores, Mexico, Roman Catholic priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla rang his church bell and gave the call to arms. This historic moment signaled the beginning of the Mexican War of Independence. Today, Mexico Independence Day (known as Día de la Independencia in Spanish) is a celebration that begins on September 15th right before midnight, to ring in the early hours of the official holiday on September 16th.
El Grito
Father Miguel Hidalgo’s declaration of Mexico’s independence was memorialized by his famous cry of “Viva Mexico.” Also known as El Grito, each year on September 15th at midnight people throughout Mexico come together to celebrate and reenact the famous cry in plazas throughout the country. Today, Mexico continues the tradition of “El Grito” the night before the celebration of independence. The celebration is sure to include lots of music, dancing and fireworks to commemorate the special day. In Spain, the new government initially promised reforms to appease the Mexican revolutionaries. However, the new Spanish viceroy was forced to accept Mexican independence in 1820.
Visit Garza Blanca Resorts
If you want to visit Mexico this year to celebrate their Independence Day in person, check out Garza Blanca Resorts. Owned and operated by Tafer Hotels & Resorts, Garza Blanca has luxury properties in Puerto Vallarta, Cabo and Cancun. Plus, construction is underway to build a new resort in the Riviera Maya, too. Garza Blanca offers savvy travelers spacious accommodations, world class amenities and premiere services. Vacationers will love every moment of their getaway. Plus, no matter where you are in Mexico on September 16th, it is sure to be one of the biggest parties of the year. Whether you decide to stay at the resort and celebrate onsite, or want to head to town to join in with the local festivities, Mexico’s Independence Day is guaranteed to be one of the best parties of your life.
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