Público Día festivo Nacional

Día de Dessalines

Domingo, 17 de Octubre, 2027

Octubre 2027

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🏪 Qué está abierto

Bancos Horario reducido
Oficinas públicas Cerrado
Escuelas Cerrado
Tiendas Varía
Restaurantes Horario reducido
Transporte público Horario reducido
Bolsa Cerrado
Correos Cerrado

📣 Notas para viajeros

Haiti, located on the western part of Hispaniola, is a Caribbean nation with a profound culture rooted in successful slave revolts. Visitors should approach the country with patience and respect for its post-colonial culture.

January 1: New Year's Day and Independence Day
January 2: Ancestry Day
May 18: Flag and Universities Day
August 15: Assumption
October 17: Dessalines' Death Anniversary
Dress modestly in cities (especially women). Learn basic Haitian Creole phrases. Always request permission before photographing people and avoid documenting poverty or waste. Treat locals with respect, patience, and as equals. Avoid giving money or candy, as this can compromise human dignity. Carry extra food and water to share with guides or drivers.

Sobre este día festivo

Dessalines Day commemorates Jean-Jacques Dessalines, a key figure in the Haitian Revolution and the first Haitian Emperor. Under his leadership, Haiti abolished slavery, making it the first American nation to do so. Dessalines is considered one of Haiti's founders.