Tag: Corpus Christi

Celebrating Tradition: Corpus Christi in Atánquez, Colombia

In the heart of Colombia’s Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta lies the vibrant village of Atánquez, where the traditional celebration of Corpus Christi is a sight to behold. This religious festival, deeply rooted in the community’s cultural heritage, showcases a blend of Catholic and indigenous customs. Every year, the streets of Atánquez come alive with colorful processions, featuring elaborate costumes and masks. The air … Read More Celebrating Tradition: Corpus Christi in Atánquez, Colombia

Corpus Christi in Atanquez 🎥 Colombia: Kankuamo Territory | Episode1

In this episode, we explore the celebration of the Corpus Christi in Atanquez, located within the Kankuamo Territory in the Departamento del Cesar in Colombia. This celebration is critical for the community and its history, since it intermingles the still strong Catholic heritage and the distant past of the indigenous community, despite the criticism that some Christian Kankuamo do to the Roman Catholic tradition. … Read More Corpus Christi in Atanquez 🎥 Colombia: Kankuamo Territory | Episode1