luis alfaro cortes: September 18 in Chile

The Fiestas Patrias , also known informally as the Eighteen , are a Chilean festival held annually on 18 and 19 September.

The annual celebration of September 18 was made in Chile since 1811 , initially as a commemoration of the establishment of the First National Government and then as a celebration of the independence process . The only exception was between 1814 and 1817 , during the Reconquista period . The festivities initially lasted for days and even weeks , becoming one of the most popular holidays in the nascent country. In 1915 , finally officially established the duration of the Fiestas Patrias in two days so , the 18th commemorate the country's independence process while the 19th would officially titled as the "Day of the Glories of the Army ''

At present , national holidays are one of the most popular celebrations in Chile. Usually highlights the typical traditions of national identity that make up the so-called " Chilean way ", particularly the Chilean folklore . The guesthouses or ramadas are installed at this time as entertainment centers , combining music, dance and traditional dishes of the traditional cuisine . Within the official activities , the Chilean authorities also celebrate the Te Deum Ecumenical and military parade .

The date September 18 in Chile is very important as it celebrates another year Chilean independecia. This day is celebrated with traditional Chilean customs and games.

more typical meals are:

-"la cazuela":