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People living in Peru eagerly await July, as there are several holidays in the month and many students begin their winter vacations. This means that parents can take advantage of their days off to take short trips with their loved ones, and for those who work in a private company, they receive a bonus payment.
To help you organize those small vacations with your loved ones or maybe just enjoy a peaceful day at home without thinking about work concerns, in the article prepared by Depor, we tell you which holidays are celebrated in July, why they are celebrated, and what happens if you work on any of these dates.
Which holidays are celebrated in Peru in July?
In July 2023, there are three very important events for the country: Commemoration of the heroic sacrifice of Captain FAP José Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales and Independence Day.
- Sunday, July 23: Commemoration of the heroic sacrifice of Captain FAP José Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales.
- Friday, July 28: Independence Day.
- Saturday, July 29: Independence Day.
Why is the Commemoration of the heroic sacrifice of Captain FAP José Abelardo celebrated?
The date, which has been declared recently in 2023, is to honor the sacrifice of Captain FAP José Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales, who gave his life to defend the country during the war with Ecuador in 1941.
What is celebrated on July 28 and 29?
During these days, the independence of Peru from Spanish rule (Independence Day) is remembered, which was officially proclaimed in 1821 thanks to José de San Martín. According to history, on the 28th of that month, the liberator proclaimed the country's independence, and the 29th is to continue with the celebrations.
What happens if you work on any of the holidays in July?
There are some companies that operate throughout the year, so during the holidays, their employees continue working. In these cases, the employees receive triple payment for each day worked, which is equivalent to a daily compensation for the holiday (amount included in the regular salary), a second payment for the work performed (additional payment for the day worked), and a third payment for working on a public holiday without a substitute rest day.
What are the remaining holidays to be celebrated in Peru in 2023?
In Peru, there are still several festivities to be celebrated, and if any of them fall on a weekend, sometimes the government declares a holiday one day before or after. Here are the events for you to note on your calendar.
- Sunday, August 6: Battle of Junín.
- Wednesday, August 30: Santa Rosa de Lima.
- Sunday, October 8: Battle of Angamos.
- Wednesday, November 1: All Saints' Day.
- Friday, December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception.
- Saturday, December 9: Battle of Ayacucho.
- Monday, December 25: Christmas.