Independence Day (Philippines)
Independence Day (Filipino: Araw ng Kasarinlán; also known as Araw ng Kalayaan, "Day of Freedom") is a national holiday in the Philippines observed annually on June 12, commemorating the declaration of Philippine independence from Spain in 1898. Since 1978, it has been the country's National Day.
| Independence
Day Araw ng Kalayaan | |
|---|---|
Aguinaldo Shrine where Emilio Aguinaldo declared the country's independence from Spain | |
| Official name | Araw ng Kasarinlán |
| Also called | Araw ng Kalayaan |
| Observed by | Philippines |
| Type | National Day |
| Significance | Declaring Philippine independence from Spain |
| Date | June 12 |
| Next time | June 12, 2024 |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Related to | Republic Day |
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