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Date

Jun 21 2024

Time

All Day

Aymara New Year Day

Aymara New Year Day is a national public holiday in Bolivia, dedicated to celebrating the winter solstice and the beginning of the agricultural year according to the Aymara indigenous calendar. This significant cultural observance honors the traditions and customs of the Aymara people, highlighting their deep connection to the natural world and the cycles of the seasons. It is marked by various ceremonies, rituals, and festivities that symbolize renewal, abundance, and unity within the community. Aymara New Year Day serves as a time for reflection, gratitude, and the preservation of indigenous heritage and identity in Bolivia.