Video: Young People Gather to 'Farm Aura' in Front of San Lorenzo Cathedral
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A group of young people gathered in San Lorenzo, Paraguay, for an event called "Farmeando Aura," which involves dance challenges inspired by social media trends.
- Participants, some in costumes like Spider-Man, competed in various dance styles, aiming to showcase their presence, attitude, and charisma.
- The event, which drew participants from the Central department, was described as a safe and enjoyable way for youth to connect offline, with police providing security.
San Lorenzo, Paraguay, became the stage for a vibrant gathering of young people participating in "Farmeando Aura," an event that blends online trends with real-world interaction. Held in front of the San Lorenzo Cathedral, the activity saw teenagers and adolescents from the Central department come together for a day of dance challenges and social engagement.
The term "farmear" (to farm) is borrowed from video games, and in this context, it refers to challenges where participants compete in public spaces. They showcase their presence, attitude, and charisma through dances that are currently trending on social media platforms. Costumes added to the spectacle, with participants seen as Spider-Man and other characters, alongside a notably diverse entry of a parrot.
Attendees like Beatriz Bareiro, who traveled from the Obrero neighborhood with friends and family, described the event as positive and secure. "There was dancing at the beginning. Competition, mainly of a train that went viral which is six seven and other steps like Lamine Yamal's," she noted. Bareiro emphasized the importance of such events for youth to connect offline, stating, "We leave the screens to go out into the streets. We know that currently there is a lot of insecurity, and well, all the young people had a good time. Hopefully, it will happen again."
The event generated significant public interest, prompting a strong police presence to ensure security around Cerro Corรก square and the Cathedral. Social media personalities also made an appearance, further enhancing the event's appeal. "Farmeando Aura" successfully transformed into a meeting point for young people, offering a platform for them to enjoy themselves and share experiences away from their screens, with organizers hoping for future iterations.
There was dancing at the beginning. Competition, mainly of a train that went viral which is six seven and other steps like Lamine Yamal's. The kids came to enjoy, share among young people. We leave the screens to go out into the streets. We know that currently there is a lot of insecurity, and well, all the young people had a good time. Hopefully, it will happen again.
Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.