VOICED : Oaxaca celebrates indigenous culture at Guelaguetza festival

The Guelaguetza festival in Oaxaca, Mexico, is a significant cultural event rooted in pre-Hispanic traditions. Held annually in July, it brings together indigenous communities to celebrate with dance, song, and offerings. Despite its cultural importance, the festival has become commercialized, drawing 135,000 visitors and generating over $20 million. This influx supports local businesses but highlights the contrast with the poverty faced by 80% of Mexico's indigenous population. The festival underscores the need to preserve cultural traditions for future generations while addressing economic disparities.

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