National GeographicAug 26, 20267 of Latin America's Unmissable FestivalsMusic, dance and ancient traditions take centre stage at Latin America’s most spectacular festivals, offering an unforgettable insight into the region’s rich cultural heritage.7 festivals in this storyFiesta de la CandelariaFestivalHonors the Virgin Mary and Pachamama with music and dance.ElsewhereBelize Chocolate FestivalFestivalPunta Gorda, BelizeThree-day event dedicated to chocolate in the Toledo district.Noche de los BrujosFestivalCatemaco, MexicoAnnual festival on Cerro Mono Blanco for spiritual cleansing.Inti RaymiFestivalCusco, PeruModern revival of the Inca Festival of the Sun.Tapati Rapa NuiFestivalHanga Roa, ChileCelebrates Polynesian heritage with sport, music, and dance.Festa de IemanjáFestivalSalvador, BrazilOfferings to Iemanjá, goddess of the sea, on Rio Vermelho beach.Oruro CarnivalFestivalOruro, BoliviaRead the full piece at National Geographic →
