At the Senior Citizens' Farm in Aguazul, elders welcomed candidates from the XXXVII National Rice Festival and Queen Contest for an integration and cultural exchange event. They selected Michell Dayanna Fonseca Santander, representing Huila, as their favorite queen for her charisma and approachability.
The Senior Citizens' Farm in Aguazul, Casanare, Colombia, served as the venue for a heartfelt gathering between resident elders and candidates for the throne of the XXXVII National Rice Festival and Queen Contest. This space dedicated to social integration facilitated an exchange of knowledge and shared labor activities, building bonds across generations.
Representatives from various visiting departments interacted with the seniors, joining in dances and conversations that highlighted the event's cultural richness. At the end of the day, the group of elders chose to crown Michell Dayanna Fonseca Santander from Huila as their queen, appreciating her warmth and personal connection with them.
Such initiatives underscore the role of traditional festivals in promoting inclusion and intergenerational respect in rural Colombian communities. The festival, which celebrates rice production, continues to draw national attention for its focus on traditions and community values.
