Independence Day (Philippines)
Independence Day is a national holiday in the Philippines observed annually on June 12, commemorating the declaration of Philippine independence from Spain in 1898. Since 1978, it has been the country's National Day.
Aguinaldo Shrine where Emilio Aguinaldo declared the country's independence from Spain
The Declaration of Independence document written by Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista
The flag of the United States is lowered while the flag of the Philippines is raised during the Independence Day ceremony on July 4, 1946.
Philippine flags on display
Public holidays in the Philippines
Public holidays in the Philippines are of two types: regular holidays and special non-working days.
A graphic from the Office of the President of the Philippines showing the difference in pay between the two types of holidays.