Happy Independence Day, Guatemala!
On September 15, 1821, Guatemala declared its independence from Spain–193 years ago.
Today in Guatemala there will be parades and parades and parades! Lots of flags flying, bands playing, and probably some firecrackers going off here and there. It will be a wonderful day of celebration, and I wish I were there.
If you’d like to see a great collection on photos on what this all looks like, go to Antigua Daily Photo’s round-up of Independence Day pictures. You won’t be disappointed!