Fiesta de la Candelaria
LocationPeru (Puno)
WhenFebruary
AttendanceHundreds of thousands
About Fiesta de la Candelaria
Perus largest festival honoring the Virgin of Candelaria. Features traditional dances in elaborate costumes. Over 40,000 dancers and 5,000 musicians perform. Recognized by UNESCO in 2014. Blends Catholic and pre-Columbian Andean traditions. The Grand Parade lasts over 12 hours.
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