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In February, the municipality of Morroa in Sucre, just 10 kilometers from Sincelejo, celebrates its patron saint festivities in honor of the Virgin of Candelaria and San Blas (Fiestas Patronales en Honor a La Virgen de La Candelaria y San Blas), whose festivities are commemorated on February 2 and 3 respectively, according to the liturgical calendar.
The varied festival program includes religious celebrations such as masses, processions and prayers in honor of patron saints.
The processions with the images of San Blas and the Virgin of Candelaria are one of the most emotional moments, where the faithful express their devotion and gratitude.
In addition to religious events, the Patron Saint Festivals of Morroa offer a series of cultural and recreational activities that include fandango and vallenato concerts, and parades, horseback riding and the traditional athletic race, a distinctive event of these festivals that has been around for more than 50 years. of tradition.
The Patron Saint Festivities of the Virgin of Candelaria and San Blas (Fiestas Patronales en Honor a La Virgen de La Candelaria y San Blas) not only reinforce faith and religious traditions, but are also a space for community integration and promotion of the cultural heritage of Morroa.
