Celebrations in Colombia
1. List/describe several of your island/country's festivals or celebrations Carnaval del Diablo- is considered one of the most traditional celebrations in the country, and one of the longest celebrations in the world, Carnaval de Negros y Blancos- is one of the major events in Southern Colombia, celebrated in Pasto over a week in early January. Santa Semanta- Easter holy week takes place at the end of March/beginning of April each year and is the biggest festival of the year in Catholic Colombia. Festival of the Flowers- Taking place over ten days in early August, there are concerts, parades, food and drink, an orchid exposition, and competition amongst Saddlemen bearing flowers on horseback. Barranquilla Carnival- Participants dress up in exotic costumes and take part in a grand parade with a queen, floats, salsa music, rumba dancing, food, drink, and partying. 2. For each provide some history or background and explain why the events are important on the island. Carnaval del D