Regardless of where you are from, did you know that the holidays are about tradition, celebration, patriotism and to some extent culture? But something unusual happens with a very loved and celebrated festival, Carnival in Peru, since its purpose is mainly about enjoying and celebrating, accompanied by the people we love as friends or family, Auri Peru comments you a little about the history of carnival in Peru, their tradition, which are the most famous carnivals in Peru and how they are celebrated today.
Carnivals in Peru – Yunza
WHAT IS CARNIVAL IN PERU?
Let’s start by knowing the history of carnival in Peru, this celebration, like others, also has European influence but had the greatest peak from 1920 onwards, which was adopted to a greater extent by the people of the Peruvian capital (Lima), and later it was adopted to a greater extent throughout the rest of the country and having a greater peak in other sectors, which makes them the famous carnivals in Peru.
Something unusual that happens during the carnival in Peru is that several factors are mixed, but the main one is undoubtedly the use of water to compete with all the people, which makes the celebration more and more entertaining. It is also very common to see that all carnivals in Peru are accompanied by dances, folk music and even in some sectors the Yunza tradition is maintained.
Carnival in Peru – Cajamarca
Something interesting to know about the history of carnival in Peru is that according to Andean belief, carnival in Peru as such have a context of courtship in which men participate trying to conquer women, the Yunza as such has a very important meaning within this courtship since the man is represented as the tree and the woman as the earth, in addition to the ornaments that accompany this tree, which represents the abundance or stability that a man can provide to a woman.
It is undoubtedly a pleasant experience to observe and even more so to live, so enjoying the carnivals in Peru 2024 has to be a priority for you.
WHEN IS CARNIVALS IN PERU 2024?
The carnivals in Peru 2024 are celebrated only during the month of February for various reasons but among these is the religious motivation due to the proximity to the anniversary of the Virgin of Candelaria, this is the month in which in several cities in the country the joy and the festivities reach such a high point that they can last many days, which is why every year as a tradition there is a “Butler” or representative of the festivity who is in charge of everything, even the smallest details such as food, drink, music, place to celebrate and more, at the end of the carnival festival a ceremony is held that is part of the celebration in which responsibility is passed to a new person in charge or “Butler” who will be in charge of organizing the party for 2025.
Carnival in Peru – Ayacucho
WHAT CARNIVALS HAPPEN IN FEBRUARY IN PERU?
During the month of February we can see that there are many carnivals in Peru, however in some parts of the country it is felt more strongly, this is mainly because the traditions in some cities are more important and latent. Here you will know which are the most famous carnivals in Peru:
THE MOST FAMOUS CARNIVALS IN PERU 2024
– Carnivals in Cajamarca:
Imagine a place where there is a festival full of colors, joy and a lot of emotion added to having fun with water and music to the max, sounds good right? Well, this is precisely how the carnival experience is lived in Cajamarca, all the streets are decorated with colors where parades of music and dances are performed that encapsulate the culture and tell an incredible anecdote.
- Carnivals in Cusco:
The city of Cusco as the center of Andean culture is the place where most traditions are maintained and as such it is a space closely linked to culture. For this reason, this festival is so present and the best place where we can enjoy it is in its main square since it shows us a new version of the entire city. This is without a doubt one of the most famous carnival in Peru.
- Carnivals in Ayacucho:
Due to its great cultural and artistic expression, this beautiful festival has earned the nomination to be declared Cultural Heritage of the Nation. In the same way as in other cities, these carnivals in Peru are so important for the legacy of culture. The most popular is the famous Ño Carnavalon.
- Carnivals in Puno (Candelaria Festival):
One of the largest festivities that exist in Peru, is carried out thanks to the union of the dozens of comparsas or dance groups that come together in such a beautiful parade of dances to honor and worship the Virgin of Candelaria. Full of colors and emotion, this is a festivity that will make your time in Peru truly unforgettable.
Carnivals in Peru – Candelaria Puno
WHY IS CARNIVAL CELEBRATED IN PERU.
The celebration of the Carnivals in Peru 2024 has the idea of preceding the religious festival of lent that is linked to the Catholic religion, however beyond religious belief or faith inclination, this celebration today is mainly carried out to unite people, end fights or conflicts that they may have in a peaceful and enjoyable way, with the intention of improving the situation, objects such as water balloons, colored flour and foam are used, which makes the game very fun for both kids who take it with great emotion, young people who enjoy spending time with friends, families who find a space to share with adults and children.
The Carnival in Cusco Peru
The carnivals in Peru are an incredible experience that is worth living at least once in your life since they are only enjoyed each year in the February season, which makes it very special, even other countries have their own version such as Brazil. Enjoy the excitement of playing without fears and limits with your travel companions in a destination as incredible as Peru, this is the time to make the decision. Auri Perú allows you to live this carnival experience in Peru 2024.
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