Battle of Pichincha is one of the most meaningful and honorable festival of all the other Ecuador Festivals and events. The celebration of Battle of Pichincha is marked with great national pride and helps to ignite the patriotic feeling among all the nationals of Ecuador.
Details about the Battle of Pichincha
Battle of Pichincha is one of the most important events in the history of Ecuador. This battle was fought between the Patriot Army, which was then under the guidance of General Antonio Jose de Sucre and the Royalist Army on 24th of May, 1822. The resultant defeat of the Royalist Army, which was known to be very loyal to Spain, brought about the liberation of Quito in its wake. This ultimately sowed the seed of total emancipation of Ecuador from the Spanish colonial rule.
The Celebration in Ecuador
Thus, it is clear from the above discussion that Battle of Pichincha played a very significant role in gaining the Independence of Ecuador. Hence, every year, special preparations are made all around Ecuador to celebrate the date when this battle took place. On the 24th of May, special arrangements are made by the military and common people to make this celebration outstanding. Activities such as parades and airplane shows are conducted, with the best of it taking place in the Pichincha volcano itself. Strong national sentiments are invoked among the present generations through the celebration of such occasions.
Battle of Pichincha is celebrated with the aim to honor the battle and the important sacrifices that had been made in the battle to liberate the country.
