Celebramos los 107 años de nuestro Himno Nacional
Hoy Martes 16 de Diciembre de 2025, celebramos los 107 años de nuestro Himno Nacional “Salve a Ti Nicaragua”, fue cantado por primera vez el Lunes 16 de Diciembre de 1918.
TL;DR
- The 107th anniversary of "Salve a Ti Nicaragua" is celebrated today, December 16, 2025.
- It was first sung on December 16, 1918, by Professors Luis A. Delgadillo, Carlos Ramírez Velásquez, and Alberto Selva.
- The lyrics were composed by Salomón Ibarra Mayorga under the pseudonym "Rómulo" and the musical arrangement by Luis Abraham Delgadillo.
- The anthem's bases stipulated themes of Peace and Work.
- Its title is "Salve a Ti Nicaragua," and it lasts one minute and three seconds, making it the shortest in Central America.
- "Pendón" refers to the National Flag, and "Enseña" means Insignia.
- It was made official as the National Anthem by Decree number 03 on October 20, 1939.
- Proper greeting involves standing, placing the right hand on the chest, and removing headwear.
- Applause is not appropriate at the end of the anthem as it is a tribute to the homeland.
- The anthem represents Peace, Dignified Work, and Family Life for the Nicaraguan people.