Independence of Guayaquil

Ecuador celebrates the Guayaquil Independence Day, a national holiday, on October 9 to commemorate Ecuador’s liberation from Spanish rule in 1822. Guayaquil, Ecuador’s main city and economic center, goes all out to commemorate Ecuador’s independence day, known as “Independencia de Guayaquil” in the local dialect. Independence Day celebrations in most cities include anything from musical concerts and fireworks displays to cultural events and parades. For these independence ceremonies, important historical landmarks are used as host locations. Since Guayaquil is perfectly situated on the western bank of the Guayas River, the city readily hosts visitors and tourists who come to join in the celebration.