National Day in Ecuador
Description:
It is noteworthy that in English-speaking countries, this holiday is called Columbus Day or Native American Day, and in Spanish-speaking countries and communities, this holiday is known as Day de la Raza or Nation Day.
In 1492, the first meeting between Europeans and Native Americans took place.
Along with colorful parades, sports festivals, fairs are held throughout the country, fireworks are organized in the evening. Numerous participants and spectators pay tribute to the memory of Christopher Columbus and 90 sailors who went with him on three caravels – “Pinta”, “Nina” and “Santa Maria”.