Today’s Doodle commemorates the Dominican Republic on the 176th anniversary of its independence, as Dominicans worldwide celebrate the sovereignty of their homeland.
On February 27th of each year, the country honors its Founding Fathers with a tribute at the monument of Puerta del Conde, the historic gate where the war for independence was declared.
The Dominican president addresses the nation, and flags are seen waving proudly. Depicted in the Doodle artwork, the Dominican Republic’s flag was initially designed by Juan Pablo Duarte and incorporates the nation’s coat of arms overlaid on a central white cross and alternating blue and red corners.
Renowned internationally for it’s warm and hospitable people, this Caribbean nation on the island of Hispaniola celebrates independence with parades, concerts, and local foods such as mangú (a plantain mash) and habichuelas con dulce (a sweet bean dessert).
¡Feliz día de la independencia, República Dominicana! (Happy Independence Day, Dominican Republic!)
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