Per� inaugura la festividad de la Virgen de la Candelaria, la mas multitudinaria de los Andes

The Virgen de la Candelaria festival in Peru, celebrated in February, is a vibrant event combining Catholic and Andean traditions. Held in Puno, it attracts over 100,000 visitors and features 30,000 adult dancers and 2,000 children. The festival, recognized by UNESCO, significantly impacts the local economy, generating $16 million. Puno, rich in cultural diversity, faces challenges like narcotrafficking. The festival's origins trace back to the 16th century, with its miraculous reputation emerging during the 18th-century rebellion led by Túpac Amaru II.

What is the significance of the Virgen de la Candelaria festival in Peru?

• It is a UNESCO Cultural Heritage.

• It is a national holiday.

• It is a religious pilgrimage.

• It marks the beginning of the year.

Which cultures are blended in the celebrations of the Virgen de la Candelaria?

• Mayan and Aztec

• Inca and Spanish

• Quechua and Aymara

• Catholic and Andean

What is the estimated economic impact of the festival in Puno?

• 20 million dollars

• 16 million dollars

• 10 million dollars

• 25 million dollars

Where did the Virgen de la Candelaria originate?

• Chile

• Bolivia

• Peru

• Spain

During which historical event did the Virgen de la Candelaria gain fame?

• The Spanish Inquisition

• The War of Independence

• The rebellion against the Spanish Empire

• The Industrial Revolution