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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited San Basilio de Palenque, which was established as the first free African town in the Americas in 1619 Stephanie Petit is a Royals Editor, Writer and Reporter at ...

The African influence in Colombia is deeply rooted in the country’s history and culture. From the arrival of enslaved Africans during the colonial period to their contributions to music, dance, and ...

Unidad Deportiva Alberto Galindo, a sports complex in Cali, Colombia, is home to what is affectionately called "El Petronio." For the last 27 years, hundreds of thousands of people have traveled to ...

The Petronio Alvarez Festival has been the biggest source of income for artists, cooks and vendors in the Pacific region. But some critics say... Welcome to 'El Petronio,' the biggest celebration of ...