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Managua's Santo Domingo de Guzmán Festival Draws Thousands
The traditional procession of the revered image of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, known locally as “Minguito,” began on 1 August in Managua, marking the start of a ten‑day celebration. Thousands of promesantes, families and devotees gathered for the Holy Eucharist, the descent of the image, and a series of cultural events.
Mayor Reyna Rueda highlighted coordinated efforts by the municipal government, the National Police, United Firefighters, Cruz Blanca and the Ministry of Health to ensure a safe, peaceful environment. Vice‑mayor Enrique Armas noted the extensive cultural, religious and recreational agenda planned for August. The image, recently restored after more than 140 years, was carried by representatives of various organizing committees and the public, emphasizing broad participation.
The festivities include daily masses, traditional music, dances, a horse‑drawn parade and other rituals that attract visitors from across the country and abroad, reinforcing the faith and cultural identity of the Nicaraguan people.
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Cruz Blanca · Enrique Armas · Jesús Gutiérrez · Managua · Policía Nacional · Reyna Rueda · Santo Domingo Tehuantepec · Santo Domingo de Guzmán
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Parish priest Jesús Gutiérrez said the tradition dates back to the early years of evangelization in the region.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The patron saint festival of Santo Domingo de Guzmán in Santo Domingo Tehuantepec began on July 31 with the traditional Dxibe and will run until August 6.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The traditional descent of the image of Santo Domingo de Guzmán began on Friday in Las Sierritas, marking the start of Managua's patron saint festivities. diariobarricada.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mayor Reyna Rueda said state institutions coordinated security, cleaning and support for the festivities. diariobarricada.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The image of Santo Domingo de Guzmán was recently restored after more than 140 years. diariobarricada.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Salomón de la Selva Cultural Center in Managua hosted an exhibition on the city's traditional festivals organized by the Institute of Cultures of Peoples and Youths.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The exhibition highlighted cultural expressions such as chicha de las Siete Quebradas, inditas, vaquitas, negritos, caciques, candles, and the boat tradition.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The image will be carried by representatives of organizing committees and the people of Managua as directed by the government. diariobarricada.com