Holguín: Festival of Hugs for peace and against the blockade
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The Romerías de Mayo festival taking place in the city of Holguín became a space to defend peace and reject the blockade imposed on Cuba, through a collective action filled with symbolism, energy and art.
In Calixto García Park, national and international participants joined the local community to express a shared desire for a world without wars or sanctions.
During the event, flags, slogans, and artistic expressions came together in an initiative that reaffirmed commitment to just causes. For young people like José Luis González, the gathering was not only a form of protest, but also a way to defend peace through art, words, and identity.
The traditional “Fiesta de los Abrazos” (Festival of Hugs) combined reflection with collective action, encouraging dialogue between generations and the construction of a more equitable future. In a global context marked by tensions, the act of embracing symbolized a call for cooperation and an end to violence.
The initiative was part of a broader cultural program that included panels, concerts, and exhibitions, establishing Holguín as a hub for contemporary young artistic thought. In this way, the collective embrace became a lasting declaration of hope and unity in pursuit of a better world. (Source: ACN)
