Homage to promoters of Huila culture in Bogotá

In Bogotá, a recognition event honored cultural managers and artists from Huila for promoting their traditions, music, dance, and art nationally and internationally. The Simón Bolívar Medal, Grand Commander degree, was awarded to Danza Colombia Internacional and its director Paola Beltrán. Eleven additional exaltations were also granted during the event.

The event in Bogotá spotlighted the efforts of those who have elevated Huila's rich cultural heritage beyond its borders. Cultural managers and artists were honored for their work in preserving and promoting traditions, music, dance, and art on national and international stages.

The Simón Bolívar Medal, in its Grand Commander degree, was awarded to Danza Colombia Internacional, with the distinction specifically granted to its director, Paola Beltrán. This award highlights the impact of her contributions to cultural promotion. Additionally, 11 exaltations were given to other notable figures in Huila's cultural scene.

The ceremony emphasized the importance of these individuals in advancing regional identity, bolstering Huila's presence in Colombia's cultural landscape.

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