Guatemala celebrates its independence the 15th of September.

This date has its origin in the year 1821 when the illustrious citizens of the United Kingdom of Guatemala declared their unyielding sovereignty, they disclaimed irrevocably to continue under the mandate of the Spanish king.

The Independence Day is not considered a tourist attraction for inhabitants from other countries, although most locals go to the tourist areas because it's an official public holiday.

The army of Guatemala, with presence of the president of the republic, celebrates with protocol act and air acrobatics.

In this day of celebration, the Guatemalans repose and they thank those to whom they owe their freedom.