Singular ritual of the bird men that has been performed for a millennium to invoke the fertility of the earth. The dance of the flyer is known as kos'niin or "flight of the dead" which represents the greeting to the father sun and is how he performs a petition to the rain to fertilize the soil.
The majestic city of thunder, its open spaces, ball games, reliefs and, especially, the elegant pyramid of niches, as it has 365 of these, which is why it is an object of study by calendar and worldview specialists. Mesoamericans.
Safeguarding the cultural heritage of our beautiful Papantla, it is an educational institution designed to transmit its teachings, values, art and culture, thus creating favorable conditions so that indigenous creators could develop their artistic abilities.
Places to see: The place of the noisy birds (papanes) Papantla is part of the Totonacapan region, which in Totonaca means “three hearts” has a lot to offer, from beaches, waterfalls, museums and magical towns. come to discover.
It is an emotional festival that evokes the deepest roots of the religious-popular culture of the towns located north of Veracruz. a fair with performances of the region's dances, exhibitions of regional costumes, popular art, typical gastronomy and a whole series of concerts. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the ultimate papantla party.
May - JuneThe festival of the ninín, “those who have not died”, in an act of communal exchange between the spirits and the gods. They offer food, flowers and incense to their deceased, as well as prayers and songs, which reflect the affection and care with which they have awaited their return.
October - November