Festival Internacional de la Obsidiana

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The International Obsidian Festival, dedicated to promoting the ancestral art of carving and working with this mineral revered by the ancient Teotihuacans, offers a varied and exciting program. It also immerses visitors in authentic traditions, from charreadas (Mexican rodeos) and the crowning of the queen to a demonstration of the pre-Hispanic ballgame.

With a wide range of activities, the festival combines tradition, craftsmanship, and entertainment in one place.
This year, Hidalgo will be the guest state.

What to see at the International Obsidian Festival:
• Obsidian carving workshops

• Obsidian art demonstrations

• Archaeological exhibits

• Lectures on the historical importance of obsidian

• Cultural performances and traditional music

• Sale of handicrafts and local products

• Guided tours of nearby archaeological sites

• Tasting of traditional dishes

• Exhibitors from guest countries
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