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).