Declaration of Independence of Quito, proclaimed independence from Spain on August 10, 1809. Independence was finally attained on May 24, 1822, at theBattle of Pichincha. (Ecuador)
Commemorates Quito's declaration of independence from Spanish rule on August 10, 1809.
On August 10, 1809, the citizens of Quito launched a historic uprising against Spanish colonial authorities, marking the first declaration of independence in South America. Although full sovereignty was not achieved until the Battle of Pichincha on May 24, 1822, this seminal event ignited liberation movements across the continent. Known locally as Primer Grito de Independencia, the day is celebrated with cultural festivals, parades, and reenactments throughout Ecuador. Schools and institutions hold educational programs to honor the leaders and symbols of the independence effort. The observance serves as a reminder of Ecuador's enduring spirit and quest for self-determination.
Declaration of Independence of Quito
Battle of Pichincha
Ecuador