July 26, 1953 is considered one of the most significant dates in the modern history of Cuba — is the Day of the Beginning of the Cuban Revolution, or National Rebellion Day.
On the morning of this day, a group of Cuban revolutionary rebels led by the then little-known Fidel Castro tried to storm the Moncada barracks in Santiago de Cuba, Cuba's second largest city (the day is also called the anniversary of Moncada — Moncada Anniversary).
Although the assault on the fortress of Moncada and the attack against the government of F. Batista, which approximately 160 men decided to do, ended with the complete defeat of the combat group of the future Comandante; July 26 became one of the symbols of the revolution and favorite holidays on the island.
Currently, three consecutive days of July 25, 26 and 27 have been declared a holiday. Full-scale celebrations take place annually in Havana and Santiago de Cuba.
In all squares on this day, Cubans hold carnivals, concerts and, of course, demonstrations. Thousands of tourists gather to watch amazing events.