Chile May 2013 vol 4

The fiestas patrias (" patriotic parties ") are a time when Chileans gather together and celebrate their country , culture , and independence . This celebration is dedicated to the Chilean Independence Day . Chile ’ s official independence day is February 12 ,
1818 . This Celebration includes parades , dances , drinking , eating traditional Chilean food , and music . The different foods they eat during Independence Day include empanadas , anticuchos ( shish kabobs ), and chicha ( alcoholic drink ).

Chile ( People and Daily Living KARSYN KRUEGER

Chile ' s Independence Day ( Fiestas Patrias )

The fiestas patrias (" patriotic parties ") are a time when Chileans gather together and celebrate their country , culture , and independence . This celebration is dedicated to the Chilean Independence Day . Chile ’ s official independence day is February 12 ,
1818 . This Celebration includes parades , dances , drinking , eating traditional Chilean food , and music . The different foods they eat during Independence Day include empanadas , anticuchos ( shish kabobs ), and chicha ( alcoholic drink ).