By Iván Ramos – Periodismo que Cuenta, Erbol: THEY PROPOSE TO MOVE HIS REMAINS Simeón Roncal, the father of Bolivian cueca, is still waiting to return to Sucre Roncal was born in Sucre in 1870. HIS LAST CUECA, THE LONGING TO RETURN HOME In the early years of his life, Simeón Tadeo Roncal Gallardo spent…
Tag: Bolivian folklore
Carnival in Bolivia, the festival that moves millions of bolivianos in the economy | El Carnaval en Bolivia, la fiesta que mueve millones de bolivianos en la economía
By Unitel, Eju.tv: Just in the Oruro Carnival, an economic movement of over Bs 380 million is projected, reported the Vice Minister of Tourism. Santa Cruz also reflects its Carnival dynamics. The Oruro Carnival attracts tourists from different countries and regions In addition to being a display of culture and joy, carnival celebrations generate significant…
Bolivia’s Carnaval de Oruro in March 2025: Here is What You Need to Know | Carnaval de Oruro en Bolivia en marzo de 2025: esto es lo que necesitas saber
By Travel and Tour World: Travelers from Argentina, Australia, Albania, Algeria, Armenia Boost Global Appeal at Bolivia’s Carnaval de Oruro in March 2025: Here is What You Need to Know Explore the enchanting Carnaval de Oruro in Bolivia, a spectacular celebration of folk dancing, live performances, and colorful parades. Recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural…
157 sound recordings of Indigenous peoples and rural communities | 157 grabaciones sonoras de pueblos indígenas y comunidades rurales
By Fernando Chavez, Vision 360: France donates 157 sound recordings of Indigenous peoples and rural communities in Bolivia The archives date from 1903 to 2001 and will be freely accessible. The Center for Research in Ethnomusicology (CREM) of France donated 157 sound recordings of Indigenous peoples and rural communities in Bolivia, made between 1903 and…
Bolivian musician chosen as the best at an Italian festival | Boliviano es elegido mejor músico en festival de Italia
By Dayana Flores, Opinion: Adett Pinto Gemio, director of the group Expresión Boliviana, won the award due to his outstanding performance on the zampoña and quena. “Bolivia wins again in Europe (…).” This was the enthusiastic message with which the group Expresión Boliviana announced that their director, Adett Pinto Gemio, received the award for best…
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By Denisse Rojas, Opinion: Pilgrimage to Calvary: The Path that Unites Thousands The approximately 15-kilometer journey from the Cathedral of Cochabamba to the Cota hill marks the end of the grand national festival. Another of the main activities during this festivity is the pilgrimage to Calvary. Also known as the walk, it is performed as…
Bolivian Thoughts | Pensamientos Bolivianos (Bilingual/Bilingüe) 