Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, during their tour of La Boquilla, attended a cultural event organized by the Cabildo Corporation. The day was marked by a series of cultural displays that highlighted the musical and artistic heritage of the community.
The event offered the Duke and Duchess of Sussex an immersion in local traditions. Attendees were treated to the sound of drums with a cultural display by students, as well as a musical performance celebrating Afro-Colombian cultural heritage. Read also: Prince Harry and Meghan: this is how they will be received in La Boquilla
During their tour of Colombia, they are expected to visit the first free town in South America, Palenque. // Photos: Luis Eduardo Herrán – El Universal
The arrival of the prince and his wife Meghan reinforces the importance of preserving cultural traditions and the importance of supporting and valuing expressions that represent the country.
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan of Sussex will attend various cultural events representing the Caribbean region. // Photos: Luis Eduardo Herrán – El UniversalPrince Harry and Meghan Marke, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, were accompanied by the Colombian Vice President and Minister of Equality, Francia Márquez, during their visit to La Boquilla. // Photo: courtesyPrince Harry and Meghan Marke, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, during their visit to La Boquilla. // Photo: courtesy
Saint Basil of Palenque awaits you
The Universal spoke with Danilo Cáseres, cultural promoter of Palenque, who spoke about the expectations they have with this visit.
“We have already heard about the visit, we believe that it is necessary for each of the Palenqueros and for the entire African diaspora in America. With this visit, positive things can emerge in the field of history. “Let us not forget that the English were also inquisitorial slave-owning countries. Despite all the damage caused by slavery, with different actors obviously, this new generation brings a framework of different actors. You may be interested in: Prince Harry and Meghan’s visit to Cartagena: These will be the security measures
“Although it is impossible to repair the damage caused by slavery, I am sure that this visit will address vital issues for our community,” said the Palenquero.
On the visit of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to Colombia
It should be remembered that the visit of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to Colombia was made possible thanks to the invitation of Francia Márquez, Vice President and Minister of Equality of our country. Meghan and Harry arrived in Colombia on Friday, August 16, participated in various activities in Bogotá and this Saturday they moved to Cartagena to visit the district of La Boquilla.
