Fiesta Grande Andacollo
When & Where The Fiesta Grande Andacollo is a South American fiesta which usually takes place December 24-26th in the town of Andacollo in Central Chile. Fiesta Grande ChileWhat to Expect Thousands of pilgrims arrive in the days leading up to the Fiesta De La Virgen De La Rosario creating a unique atmosphere in the town of Andacollo. The Fiesta Grande Andacollo Ceremonies include religious dances by traditional dancers in the basilica as well as the secular festivities such as cockfighting, horseracing, food markets and of course drinking the local stuff.Getting there Book a flight into Santiago and other airports in Chile here Andacollo Fiesta Virgen Rosario, ChileWhere to stay Book your accommodation for Fiesta Grande in advance as it's a small town. There's quality hotels or cheap accommodation in Andacollo available here. History Of Fiesta Virgen Del RosarioHistory This Bolivian Fiesta celebrates the miracles of the Virgen Del Rosario and the Niño Dios de Sotaquí : Christ Child of Sotaqui. For instance a smallpox epidemic besieged the town in 1871 claiming dozens of lives in a matter of days but was intervened and ceased by the Virgen.Did you like this article ? OK here's some more South American Festivals :Washing the Bonfim, Buenos Aires Tango Fest, Brasils Carnaval, Phujllay , Semana Santa, Bolivias Carnival , Inti Raymi & Cinco De Mayoor show me even more More South American Festivals….
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