One of the most important sites in American history is Independence Hall, which is located in Philadelphia. The Declaration of Independence, which proclaimed the American colonies' independence from Britain, was signed by the Continental Congress there on July 4, 1776. Furthermore, in 1787, the U.S. Constitution was written and signed here. The structure is still an essential component of Philadelphia's historical identity and is a representation of liberty and democracy. Millions of tourists visit this important location in the history of the American founding today as part of the Independence National Historical Park.