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How to Celebrate Philippine Independence Day this 2023?

8 May 2023
How to Celebrate Philippine Independence Day this 2023

The Philippine Independence Day is a national holiday that happens every June of each year. In any Philippine history class, we were taught that we have liberated ourselves several times from different colonizers, from the Spanish era to the Japanese Occupation. But have you ever wondered, how do Filipino communities celebrate Philippine Independence Day? Because Lumina Homes offer various house and lot Philippines has to offer, let us share what we have witnessed throughout the archipelago.

 

The Philippines' Independence Timeline

Before we celebrate the country's independence day, why don't we refresh our memory of how our independence was achieved? Don't worry, you don't need to dust your history books, here are the essentials on the events that led to the Philippines' independence we celebrate every June 12.

 

It all started when colonizers from Spain conquered the Philippines and became a Spanish colony for over three centuries. In fact, the country was named after King Phillip the II of Spain. During this Spanish rule, the revolution to free the Philippines started due to the prevalent abuses and tragedies. As a response, some of our well-known national heroes fought for peace and independence and played to their strengths. For example, as a multi-hyphenate and national hero, Jose Rizal chose to ignite many Filipinos' sense of patriotism through the might of his pen. He then wrote the novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, portraying through ink the severity of injustices that the Spanish enacted on the Filipinos.

 

On the other hand, Andres Bonifacio used his might to lead the Katipunan, the group Filipinos formed to fight in the revolution. After so many sacrifices and lives lost from the commencement to the end of the Spanish-American war, Spain surrendered to the Americans who helped liberate the Philippines in an agreement called the Treaty of Paris.

 

As a result, the first declaration of independence occurred on June 12, 1898, with General Emilio Aguinaldo raising the Philippine flag – the same national flag containing three stars and a sun with its eight rays, depicting the 8 provinces and three major islands of the Philippines.

The Philippine national anthem, Lupang Hinirang, was heard for the first time as well. It was General Aguinaldo was also recognized as the first elected president of the Philippine Republic.

 

 

Quick Guide to Philippine Independence Day Celebrations: What You Should Know

Don't let the Philippine Independence Day become the same day as any other holiday. Wake your spirit of Nationalism with a primer on the Philippines' independence.

 

 

WHEN: June 12 is Philippine Independence Day

Filipinos celebrate independence day every June 12 each year, since the first time that the Philippine flag was raised on the same date, which is June 12, 1898, in Kawit Cavite. Spearheaded by the nation’s government officials, the Philippines' independence day celebrations are prepared months and weeks in advance. Many presidential administrations later, it was President Diosdado Macapagal who issued Presidential Proclamation No. 28 in 1962, declaring June 12 as Philippine Independence Day.

 

 

Here's a little trivia, did you know that there was a time in history when Philippine Independence Day was celebrated every July 4? This was when the Philippine's American independence day occurred when the Americans declared that they officially recognize the Philippines' independence and government. In recent years, July 4th is now known as Philippine-American friendship day.

 

 

WHO: Filipinos' National Heroes

You might ask, who do we celebrate Philippine Independence Day every June 12? In case you don't know, it's our past heroes, both named and unnamed, that we commemorate. This is so we must not forget that there are people who offered their lives in the name of Filipino Patriotism, Nationalism, and the freedom that we enjoy today.

 

 

WHY: A celebration of Filipino culture and recognition of freedom

Philippine Independence Day, which we popularly called Araw ng Kasarinlan, symbolizes the main highlight of the nation's history by giving recognition to our sovereignty as a nation. This would not be possible without fellow Filipinos we call heroes who fought in the revolution for justice and peace. Hence, the nation's independence day celebrations are done not only within the Philippine Islands but also in foreign embassies and by many Filipino communities in other countries.

 

 

WHAT: Your turn to participate in commemorating the Philippines Independence Day

Here are Lumina Homes, we don't just offer an affordable house and lot for sale where you can remember special memories with your loved ones, we also do our part to promote the Filipino culture including a public holiday in our communities. Hence, here's our idea on how you can celebrate the Philippines' Independence Day in a simple way!

 

 

Sing the Philippine National Anthem

When was the last time you were sincerely curious about the lyrics of our anthem? Do you still remember every word from its lyrics? While you're at it, why don't you also check out Filipino folksongs? That way, when you're on the hunt for an affordable house and lot, you can pass the time with songs you can call your own.

 

 

Decorate your house with Philippine flags

No matter where you reside or currently in the world, you can do this to let nationalism spread. It's also a good way to spread awareness about the rich history the Philippines has to offer which is treasured by every Filipino all around the world.

 

 

Participate in Nationwide Parades

The Philippine government officials often organize a military parade in Manila headed by the country's incumbent president, followed by programs to commemorate the event. There are even instances where you can witness students from local public schools and other groups participate, as they are dressed in the national costumes of Filipinos from all over the Philippines. To cap off the event, you can observe fireworks and hear a live band serenade you with Filipino folk songs. Since the Philippines independence day is a national holiday, most employees and students benefit from it and can observe or attend these festivities.

 

 

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE local languages

Since this day celebrates the liberty of the Philippines, you can start commemorating the value of our independence even by cherishing the Filipino culture, and in just a simple way- by learning the language. You can start with learning a word or two from the dialect of your region, or even from a place you've been meaning to explore, may it be in Luzon, Visayas or in Mindanao. Practice it when you incorporate words in your speech, or when you write. You can even support a local writer by reading their works.

 

 

Spend time with their families and friends

Most parades are done earlier in the day, which means the afternoons are free. Ultimately, many Filipino communities take to the different parks or malls to spend time and bond with their loved ones. Majority of businesses often make their employees indulge in dressing up with the national costume-inspired look, as a way of commemorating the event.

 

Some families choose to sit back and relax in their affordable house and lot. Rather, they cook food and invite visitors to eat at their house, instead. Some even make it a tradition to serve well-loved Filipino dishes and delicacies such as adobo, pancit, lechon, even balut! You can also try different kinds of rice cakes such as suman, puto, and kutsinta, to name a few.

 

With all these suggestions on how you can celebrate philippine independence day, may we recognize that the sacrifices made by our forefathers are in pursuit of what we have today, the freedom to live our lives with our family, in the comfort of our own home. Hence, may their investment in us may not be put to waste. Let Lumina Homes help you make this dream a reality, speak to a representative today.

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