Puerto Vallarta Celebrates Cultural Exchange at FESTVA 2024 With Doll Exhibition

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – In a vibrant display of cultural unity, Puerto Vallarta welcomed participants from across the globe to the 18th edition of the Vallarta Azteca Festival of International Folklore (FESTVA) 2024. Councilor Pablo Ruperto Gómez Andrade, expressing the city’s pride in its reputation as one of the friendliest in the world, inaugurated the International Exhibition of Dolls with Typical Costumes, marking the commencement of a week-long celebration of diversity and artistry.

The heart of the festival beats within the central patio of the municipal palace, where folk dance groups from various nations converge to share their heritage through captivating performances. This exhibition, a testament to the enduring bonds of friendship and peace, invites visitors to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of global cultures. Open to the public until the end of the week, it serves as a platform for cultural exchange and understanding.

Addressing the gathering, Mayor Francisco José Martínez Gil underscored the universal values of brotherhood and peace, lauding the participants for their commitment to fostering harmony through the medium of dance and art. He extended a warm welcome on behalf of the city, acknowledging the invaluable contribution of each participant in promoting cultural dialogue.

Maestro Alejandro Camacho González, representing the national groups, hailed FESTVA as a pinnacle of cultural expression in Mexico and beyond. His sentiments were echoed by Christian Hidalgo-Mazzei, world president of the International Council of Organizations of Folklore and Traditional Arts Festivals (CIOFF) of UNESCO, who commended the festival’s alignment with the spirit of international cooperation and artistic excellence.

Amidst the exchange of gifts and expressions of goodwill, Brenda Janeth Díaz Flores, director of the Vallartense Institute of Culture (IVC), commemorated April 29th as International Dance Day, a fitting tribute to the transformative power of dance in enriching global artistic heritage.

The event saw the presence of esteemed dignitaries including councilors Tania Selenne Maya Toscano and María Elena Curiel Preciado, Christian Preciado Cázares, director of Tourism and Economic Development, Juan Antonio Salcedo Padilla, president of FESTVA, and Dr. Ismael García Ávila, president of CIOFF México.

FESTVA 2024 stands as a testament to Puerto Vallarta’s enduring commitment to cultural diplomacy and international friendship, bridging nations through the universal language of art and dance. As the festivities unfold, they serve as a vibrant reminder of the boundless potential for harmony and collaboration in our diverse world.

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - In a vibrant display of cultural unity, Puerto Vallarta welcomed participants from across the globe to the 18th edition of the Vallarta Azteca Festival of International Folklore (FESTVA) 2024. Councilor Pablo Ruperto Gómez Andrade, expressing the city's pride in its reputation as one of the friendliest in the world, inaugurated the International Exhibition of Dolls with Typical Costumes, marking the commencement of a week-long celebration of diversity and artistry.

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