Google has joined the celebration of the 204th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Peru's National Independence by dedicating a special doodle on its search engine.
The 2025 Independence Day doodle features the Peruvian flag placed in the middle of the word "Google," replacing the second "o."
This animation is available exclusively in Peru, both on desktop and mobile devices.
Google's first doodle in honor of Peruvians appeared in 2008, featuring a waving flag integrated into the letters to commemorate the 187th Anniversary of Independence.
Since 2011, doodles marking Peru's Independence Anniversary have been published without interruption.
To date, more than 30 doodles have featured designs inspired by Peru.
Among them is the 2017 doodle by artist Elliot Tupac. It captures the South American country's breathtaking natural beauty —from the flutter of a hummingbird's wings to Machu Picchu.
Other traditional elements used to honor Peru include the cantuta flower (2011), Chan Chan (2012), the Andean cock-of-the-rock (2013), Ceviche (2014), and the vicuña (2015 and 2020).
Independence Day in Peru
On this day in 1821, Peru declared its independence from Spanish colonial rule, marking a turning point on the nation's path to full sovereignty, achieved in 1824.
On the eve of Independence Day, Peruvian music fills the air as citizens join the festivities and decorate their homes and streets with the national flag. As depicted in today's artwork, the central coat of arms on the flag symbolizes freedom, national pride, and heroism.
At midnight, fireworks light up the sky, including the popular 3D light show at the Magic Water Circuit in Lima.
The national holiday begins with a presidential address by Dina Boluarte, followed by a 21-gun salute and a flag-raising ceremony.
The celebration continues the next day with the Grand Military Parade and Civic March.
Afterwards, friends and families gather to enjoy traditional dishes from across the country, such as Anticucho (grilled meat skewers), Papas Rellenas (stuffed and fried potatoes), and Chicharron (fried pork), often accompanied by a Pisco Sour, Peru's iconic national drink
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Published: 7/28/2025