The Festivities, District Heritage
Cartagena de Indias celebrates a milestone that marks a new moment in the protection of its identity: the official declaration of the November 11th Independence Festivities as Intangible Cultural Heritage of the District.
TL;DR
- Cartagena's November 11th Independence Festivities declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of the District.
- The unanimous decision by the District Council aims to protect and preserve the festivities.
- This recognition is expected to boost economic and social development, and enhance the city's national and international projection.
- Funding will be sought to strengthen cultural manifestations like cabildos, parades, traditional dances, and the Popular Reign.
- The declaration dignifies the work of cultural actors and highlights the festivities' importance to Cartagena's history and identity.
- Citizens are called upon to be the primary guardians of this heritage by participating with civility and protecting local expressions.