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Jun
Inti Raymi is a festival celebrated on June 24th to honor the Sun God. It happens in Peru and other places where the Inca people used to live. During this special day, people dress in colorful clothes, dance, and have big parades to show respect to the sun, which is important for their crops to grow. They thank the sun for giving life and light. It's like a big party that includes traditional music, dancing, and sometimes acting out old stories. People gather to remember their history and keep their cultural traditions alive.
How to celebrate Inti Raymi?
Start by gathering with family and friends, as it's important to be together. Make decorations using colorful paper and hang them around your home to create a festive atmosphere. Cook a special meal using corn, potatoes, and other traditional foods to share with everyone. Dance and listen to music that people have enjoyed for many years. You can also dress in colorful clothes to celebrate the day. If possible, go outside to enjoy the sunshine and nature, since it's a celebration of the sun. Lastly, don't forget to be thankful and happy for what you have.
Where Inti Raymi is celebrated?
- - Peru
- - Ecuador
- - Bolivia
- - Colombia
- - Chile
- - Argentina
