Cordillera: June Packed with Tradition and Culture in Catholic Festivities

The department of Cordillera experienced a vibrant June filled with cultural and traditional activities, marked by the celebrations of San Juan, entrepreneur fairs, and the festivities of Saints Peter and Paul.

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One of the aspects that most caught the attention of visitors was that organizers and exhibitors dressed in typical attire, helping to recreate the spirit of the festivals of yesteryear.

The month kicked off with the traditional 'San Juan a lo Yma' on June 25 at Playa Rotonda de San Bernardino. Attendees enjoyed traditional games, typical Paraguayan foods, music, and a family atmosphere that celebrated national customs. Organizers and exhibitors donned traditional attire, enhancing the nostalgic spirit of the celebrations. Two days later, on June 27, Caacupé's Calle 8 de Diciembre hosted another San Juan event, featuring a fair for local entrepreneurs, diverse gastronomy, and artistic performances. This event significantly stimulated the local economy for small businesses, with traditional 'kamba ra'anga' figures parading through the streets, spreading joy and music.

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The most valued by families was the accessible price of the dishes, which were offered from G. 4,000, allowing for massive attendance around local gastronomy.

In Villa Serrana, visitors savored a wide array of traditional dishes like mbeju, pajagua mascada, and empanadas, all offered at accessible prices starting from G. 4,000, which encouraged massive participation. Meanwhile, in Altos, the traditional feast of Saints Peter and Paul began in the Itaguazú community. A particularly moving moment was the tribute to the late Quemil Yambay, whose music and legacy are considered part of Paraguay's cultural heritage. His songs were performed to applause and expressions of affection from the audience.

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One of the most emotional moments was the tribute to the remembered Quemil Yambay, whose music and legacy are part of the Paraguayan cultural heritage; his songs were performed amidst applause and expressions of affection from the public.

The celebrations in Altos also featured the emblematic 'kamba ra'anga' and 'guaicurúes,' protagonists of a popular representation that defines the community and attracts many visitors annually. The program in Altos continued through June 29 and concluded on June 30 with traditional performances and cultural activities open to the public. These diverse June celebrations underscore Cordillera's rich cultural tapestry and the communities' commitment to preserving traditions that define Paraguayan identity, solidifying the department as a key destination for cultural tourism in the country.

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The kamba ra'anga and guaicurúes, protagonists of a popular representation that identifies the community and attracts numerous visitors each year.