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Come and visit "The Guelaguetza Festival"

Guelaguetza Festival

I’m going to talk about a festival that takes place on Mexico specifically in the state of Oaxaca, this is the Guelaguetza, it brings together people from different parts of our country and even foreign people come to see. It showcases regional folkloric dance and music, keeping alive a tradition that has been handed down for centuries. Held in July, most of the events take place at a large amphitheater perched atop a hill which has a very complex infrastructure. For a more intimate experience, many surrounding communities host smaller versions of the festival.

The Guelaguetza is simply the most important festival in Oaxaca. It is the meeting of the eight regions of the state on Fortin Hill.

Each region has the most valuable traditions and cultural heritage through dance, music, songs and costumes. At the end of each entry are given away to the public hats, fruit, food, crafts, and more.

A surprising fact is that each region makes its own band. Of course, live music is played throughout the event.

The Guelaguetza is a high expression of artistic and traditional Oaxaca, an impressive gathering of people, music, dance, heritage from every corner of this cultural state.

An event that will leave a lasting impression on anyone who has the opportunity to live it.


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