World Folklore Day: History and dance from generation to generation
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Published at: 22/08/2025 09:10 AM
The English term folklore was used for the first time on August 22, 1846 by its creator, British archaeologist William Thoms, who wanted to create a word to denote what was then called folk antiques. That's why in 1960, UNESCO designated August 22 of each year as World Folklore Day.
In Venezuela we have a very varied folklore due to the riches that each region of the country represents, among them the following stand out:
The Dancing Devils of Yare: declared one of the most important cultural heritages in the world by UNESCO, with a synchronized dance and colorful costume the devils ward off bad vibes and is held every Thursday of Corpus Christi in San Francisco de Yare, Miranda state.
The Feast of San Juan: It is celebrated on the Venezuelan coast of the states of Carabobo, Nueva Esparta, Aragua and La Guaira. Starting in the early hours of every June 24, they celebrate the birth of John the Baptist with a mass, with drumming and devotion they dance alongside the religious image.
The Callao Carnival: It is celebrated in a small town in the state of Bolívar called El Callao, a place where one of the best carnivals in the world takes place. To the sound of calypso, typical characters such as madamas, Negropinto, themed floats, the queen of carnival and much more are the spirit of the party.
With the arrival of the Bolivarian Revolution, the festivities and customs of our country took on a significant boost, vindicating men and women who are dedicated to preserving our culture.
Mazo News Team