Discovering Paradise
Discovering Paradise
Celebrating the birth of a nation since 1844
Type
Cultural
When
February – February
Duration
1 day
Location
Santo Domingo
Cost
Free
Frequency
Annual
Attendance
Nationwide
Family Friendly
Yes
First Held
February 27, 1844
Local Name
Día de la Independencia Nacional
Best Arrival
Morning for ceremonies
What to Wear
Red, white, and blue (Dominican flag colors)
Dominican Independence Day on February 27th commemorates the founding of the Dominican Republic in 1844, when a group of nationalists known as the Trinitarios declared independence from Haitian rule. The holiday is the most significant patriotic celebration in the country.
Santo Domingo hosts the main celebrations at the Puerta del Conde in the Colonial Zone, where the first Dominican flag was raised. The day features military parades, political speeches, musical performances, and the grand finale of the national carnival season.
When
February 27
Duration: 1 day
Location
Puerta del Conde, Colonial Zone, Santo Domingo
South
Cost
Free
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