Chignahuapan hosts 30th Festival of Light and Life

The municipality of Chignahuapan has inaugurated the 30th edition of the Festival of Light and Life, a major Day of the Dead celebration in the Sierra Norte region of Puebla. Local authorities expect to welcome more than 80,000 visitors for the commemorative event.

Activities include the inauguration of the largest Christmas tree and ornament in the country, a traditional lantern path, and a spectacle featuring dance, music, and pyrotechnics at the Almoloya Lagoon. State Secretary of Government Samuel Aguilar Pala emphasized that promoting community tourism and preserving traditions are key objectives of the state administration to position Puebla as a national and international tourist destination.

Municipal President Juan Rivera Trejo noted that the state government's support is vital for boosting the tourism sector. Additionally, officials highlighted ongoing investments in road infrastructure and the state's international airport to improve connectivity for travelers.