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In photos: The colorful spectacle of lighthouses that illuminated El Salvador
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In photos: The colorful spectacle of lighthouses that illuminated El Salvador

In western El Salvador, communities in Ahuachapán and Sonsonate, along with areas in the central part of the country, celebrate the Day of the Lanterns (Día de los Farolitos), a tradition tied to the Catholic Church's celebration of the Virgin Mary's birthday. The event involves lighting colorful lanterns in public spaces, temples, and other locations, drawing both national and international tourists. Despite rain, the celebration proceeded, with families participating and teaching children about the tradition. The festival takes place annually on September 7th and includes activities such as parades and performances by students, contributing to local tourism and community engagement.

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In photos: The colorful spectacle of lighthouses that illuminated El Salvador

In western El Salvador, communities in Ahuachapán and Sonsonate, along with areas in the central part of the country, celebrate the Day of the Lanterns (Día de los Farolitos), a tradition tied to the Catholic Church's celebration of the Virgin Mary's birthday. The event involves lighting colorful lanterns in public spaces, temples, and other locations, drawing both national and international tourists. Despite rain, the celebration proceeded, with families participating and teaching children about the tradition. The festival takes place annually on September 7th and includes activities such as parades and performances by students, contributing to local tourism and community engagement.

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