Apure held the Second National Meeting of Donkeys and Burritas

Published at: 26/05/2026 03:18 PM

The state of Apure was the scene of the Second National Meeting of Donkeys and Burrita s, an activity that brought together delegations from Zulia, Yaracuy, Carabobo and Aragua on a day dedicated to highlighting this traditional Venezuelan cultural manifestation.

During the event, cultivators and dancers toured the streets of Apurea to the rhythm of the music and the characteristic color of the burrita dance, a popular expression that is currently promoting its application to UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, according to a note from Venezolana de Televisión.

The participants emphasized that this tradition strengthens the Venezuelan cultural identity and promotes the encounter between different regions of the country. “This meeting allows us to see ourselves in diversity and, of course, not seeing difference as a threat, but as growth,” said some of the educators interviewed .

They also highlighted that the demonstration brings together entire generations and keeps alive a popular tradition that combines dance, music and community participation.

Currently, 21 states in the country are part of the initiative that seeks to consolidate the cultural record to achieve international recognition of this traditional Venezuelan expression.

Mazo News Team