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In August in the municipality of La Montañita, about 30 kilometers from the departmental capital Florencia, the Cultural Festival of the Return (Festival Folclórico y Cultural Municipal La Montañita) takes place, a festival that pays tribute to the traditions and culture of the region.
From the early hours of Friday, with a dawn parade through the streets of the town, the inhabitants of the mountains enter into a festive atmosphere, which extends throughout the entire weekend with activities such as parades of floats and troupes, popular platforms and exhibitions. cultural performances of the Sanjuanero Montañitense, a local version of the famous typical folk dance of Huila, adapted to the traditions and customs of Caquetá.
A pageant is also organized with candidates from different villages and town centers in La Montañita. Nor can we miss the gastronomic samples that allow visitors to enjoy the cultural and culinary diversity of the region.
The Cultural Festival not only strengthens the cultural identity of La Montañita, but also promotes tourism and the sense of belonging among its inhabitants.
