Today is Mexico’s Independence Day. Join us in wishing our friends all over Mexico a happy and safe celebration. Below is a brief history of the national holiday.
The history of Independence Day – The Grito de Delores:
On September 16th, 1810 a priest in the small town of Dolores, Guanajuato by the name of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla called upon the town’s people to rise up against the Spanish. This calling was the initiation of Mexico’s War of Independence. Even though independence was not achieved until 1821 September 16th has become the day of celebration. The citizens of Mexico commemorate the initiation of the war in town centres across the country on September 16th every year, the event is known as the Grito de Delores.
Mexican’s are known for their celebrations and Independence Day is no exception. Celebrations include noisemakers, flag waving and fireworks.
Of course one of the many things we love the about Mexico is the beautiful silver, artisan jewelry designs. Our friends in Taxco, Mexico who design and craft handmade silver jewelry for Pangea Collection are off today with their friends and family enjoying the celebration.
Pangea Collection will have several new pieces arriving later this week from Taxco Mexico, check back soon.
Cheers!
