Fernando Urquizú
Fernando Urquizú is a historian who explores the intertwining of myth and history in Guatemala, particularly through narratives like that of Jesús de Candelaria, emphasizing the importance of these stories in fostering cultural cohesion and collective identity among the people.
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Fernando Urquizú mentions that novenarios were performed from house to house.
Cantos tradicionales de las posadas navideñas en Guatemala y el origen de esta tradición
Guatemala· 2025-12-16
Fernando Urquizú notes that during the colonial period, gifts were not given for Christmas.
¿Cuál es su origen y significado en Guatemala?Guatemala· 2025-12-16
Historian Fernando Urquizú notes that the origin of the celebration is unknown.
Quema del Diablo 2025 en la zona 5 capitalina: horario, ubicación y recomendacionesGuatemala· 2025-12-02
Historian Fernando Urquizú comments on the popular beliefs surrounding the commemoration of November 1st.
La leyenda sobre la dama que cautiva con su belleza y su mirada misteriosaGuatemala· 2025-10-30
Fernando Urquizú explains how the celebration of Halloween began to develop in Guatemala.
Qué significa la palabra "Halloween" y otros datos curiosos sobre esta fiesta terroríficaGuatemala· 2025-10-29
Fernando Urquizú highlights the moral lessons represented by the character of El Sombrerón.
la leyenda del hombre que no olvida a las mujeres que ha amadoGuatemala· 2025-10-27
Historian Fernando Urquizú notes that this festivity was adopted due to the influence of capitalism.
¿Qué es Halloween, cuándo se celebra y por qué tiene presencia en Guatemala y Latinoamérica?Guatemala· 2025-10-15
Urquizú highlights the importance of reflecting on the independence event to understand its causes and consequences.
qué ocurrió antes, durante y después del 15 de septiembre de 1821Guatemala· 2025-09-05
Fernando Urquizú explains the cultural significance of bell tolls in Guatemalan tradition.
¿Por quién doblan las campanas?Guatemala· 2025-04-08
Fernando Urquizú is a historian who describes the Nazareno of Candelaria as an omen of calamities.
Los lamentos de Jesús de CandelariaGuatemala· 2025-04-05
