This weekend, the III Edition of the Indigenous and Afro-Mexican Congress “Living between Culture and Tradition” was held in the public square “León Cota Collins” in Cabo San Lucas, an event that brought together various communities and the general public.
The congress began with the sale of crafts for the general public, followed by a calenda, a traditional festive procession that went through the main streets near the public square with native dances and the presentation of typical costumes that highlighted the cultural richness of the different ethnic groups.
Also, a wind band was presented and the traditional burning of the Torito, a ritual full of symbolism that closed with a flourish a day dedicated to the cultural heritage of Mexico.
On behalf of the mayor of Los Cabos, the XI councilman Roberto Jiménez Moreno highlighted the importance of keeping cultural traditions alive and valued the efforts of the communities to preserve their identity in a world of constant change.
Finally, the administration’s support for the development of these events was reiterated, since there are programs aimed at protecting the rights of indigenous communities, promoting bilingual education and promoting projects that improve the quality of life without losing their cultural identity.
Source: elinformantebcs
