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Lord Of Huaman Festival
Lord of Huaman Festival is a patronal feast celebrated every year in the Peruvian town of Santiago de Huamán, in the western part of the city of Trujillo, Peru, Trujillo. This Christianity, Christian celebration has been held for more than 300 years. History The origin of this tradition dates back more than 300 years. It is a religious festival that attracts pilgrims and tourists who visit the historic Church of Santiago de Huaman. The celebration of the festival takes place from 13 to 27 May in honor of the Lord of Huaman; Novena, novenas, Rosary, rosaries and confessions are offered by the faithful devotees. The celebrations also include morning and afternoon sports. On the event's main day, special celebrations are performed including flag hoisting, a solemn mass held by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Trujillo, Archbishop of Trujillo, a procession with the sacred image and the entrance into the church with a band of musicians. According to tradition, some fishermen went to ...
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Santiago De Huamán
Santiago de Huamán, simply known as Huaman (from meaning 'hawk') is a traditional village in Trujillo, Peru, Trujillo, Peru; it is located in the western part of the city in Víctor Larco Herrera, Peru, Víctor Larco Herrera. Currently its main attractions are the Baroque-style church and the Patron Festivities that are held every year in May or June. History Located in southwest Trujillo city, its territory was part of the Moche (culture), Moche and Chimu cultures. It was later conquered by the Inca, who presumably gave it its name of Huaman, and subsequently seized by the Spanish. The church of Santiago de Huamán, erected at the beginning of the 17th century, is without a doubt the oldest standing Catholic church in Trujillo. In the past it was dedicated to the Virgin of Mercy and was maintained by the Mercedarian friars. Festivals *Lord of Huaman Festival, Patron Lord of Huaman The origin of this tradition dates back more than 300 years. It is a religious festival that at ...
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