Hispanic Heritage Day

Hispanic Heritage Day Quick Facts - ES

AKA Name	Fiesta Nacional de España, Hispanic Day, Día de la Hispanidad / Fiesta Nal. de España
ℹ HashtagsCompiled on05:13	#NationalDayofSpain
Related Hashtags	#Spain, #DiadelaHispanidad
2023 Date	12 October 2023
2024 Date	12 October 2024

2023 Holidays & Dates

		Spain & Common Holidays
		Misc. & Int'l. Observances
		Christian Holidays
		Muslim Holidays

Hispanic Heritage Day in 2023

Thursday, 12 Oct

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Spain's National Day, also known as Fiesta Nacional de España or Día de la Hispanidad, is a day of national unity and celebration for Spanish people around the world. This annual observance aims to promote a sense of patriotism, unity, and pride in Spain's rich history and cultural heritage. Spain's National Day focuses on recognizing the country's accomplishments and highlighting its unique attributes, fostering a sense of connection for all Spaniards as well as people from diverse backgrounds who appreciate Spain's contributions to world history, arts, and culture.

The origin of Spain's National Day can be traced back to the historic arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas on October 12, 1492. This key event marked the beginning of the European Age of Exploration, which would lead to the establishment of new trade routes and the eventual formation of the Spanish Empire. Spain's National Day serves as a reminder of Spain's contributions to European civilization and global exploration, helping to foster mutual respect and understanding among EU member states.

Through events and activities, such as Spanish cultural exhibitions, performances, and gastronomic experiences, organizations seek to showcase Spain's rich culture and traditions, allowing the wider European audience to engage with Spanish heritage and history. Spain's National Day takes place annually on October 12th.

Top Tweets for Hispanic Heritage Day -

Updated 04:59

On Spain's National Day, here's Vicente Iborra scoring his first goal for the Foxes 🇪🇸 ⚽ https://t.co/IWNR8dDpug
— Leicester City (@LCFC) October 12, 2022

Here’s a fact you may not know. It’s National Day of Hispanidad in Spain, a.k.a Chris Columbus Day. In Spanish his name is Cristobal Colon. NOW can you guess where the word COLONY comes from? Yes. It was him. He started it, kind of. You decide whether that should be celebrated. https://t.co/uPS4uZG6t3
— EmmaChristieAuthor TheSilentDaughter+FindHerFirst (@theemmachristie) October 12, 2022

Today is the National Day of Spain. Happy 12 October! https://t.co/UKVBi8zmxl
— Consulate of Spain in Cape Town (@cg_cabo) October 12, 2022

Top facts about Hispanic Heritage Day

Christopher Columbus was actually born in Italy, despite the fact he discovered the America’s while he was sailing on an expedition sponsored by King Ferdinand of Spain.
Christopher Columbus’ voyages to three separate continents spread deadly diseases that did not exist there at the time. It is estimated that he and his crew were responsible for killing some 3-5 million people within 50 years of his arrival on three continents.

In the News and Trending in Spain for Hispanic Heritage Day

Actualizado 04:59 October 12 is a national holiday in Spain: everything you need to know about Spain Day

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Sovereign's Letter to King of Spain on the occasion of Spain's National Day - The Royal Kaharagian Gazette

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La Vuelta National Day of Spain Join the 5 Day Fiesta with Rouvy

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October 12 - Spain's National Day

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Hispanic Heritage Day Top Things to Do

Watch a documentary about the pre-colonial times and the diseases and devastation brought by Spanish colonials to the New World. Some of our suggestions: Guns, Germs and Steel, America Before Columbus and Mesoamerica.
Read a book about Christopher Columbus and his voyage to the Americas. Some of our favourites are: The Four Voyages of Christopher Columbus, The Log of Christopher Columbus and The Journal of Christopher Columbus.