Cultural traditions celebrated in Peru and Colombia

In Peru, the devotion to the Señor de los Milagros continues to unite many through faith and tradition. Originating in the 17th century when an enslaved African man painted an image of Christ on an adobe wall in Pachacamilla, Lima, the tradition has grown into one of the country's most significant religious expressions. The devotion remains a powerful connection for the Peruvian diaspora, bridging geographic distances through shared prayer and history.

In Medellín, Colombia, the third edition of the Raíces y Creaciones Festival will take place at Pedregal Park. The event aims to celebrate the cultural expressions of Medellín's rural districts through gastronomy, traditional crafts, and coffee experiences like Sabores de Altavista. The festival features diverse musical and dance performances, including folk groups, tropical orchestras, and traditional Colombian rhythms such as porros, gaitas, and cumbia.