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  • Papantla Flying Men, Mexico Culture in Xcaret Park

The Flying men known in Mexico as the Voladores de Papantla can be seen above the clear blue sky of Xcaret in Cancun Mexico. They are native from Totonacapan, a region located in the coastline of the Mexican state of Veracruz and in Sierra Norte of Puebla.

Be amazed with this show in Xcaret and learn more about one of the most unique traditions in Mexico with a culture tour in Cancun to Xcaret eco theme park.

The Voladores de Papantla (Flying men) represent a centuries-old tradition in Mexico still alive today and is one of the most impressive cultural activities in Cancun you can enjoy at Xcaret Park Riviera Maya. This ritual is dedicated to the solar deity of Mexico's ancient civilizations which is believed to provide fertility and good harvest.

In 2009, the Mexican cultural tradition of the Voladores de Papantla was inscribed in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.

The ritual ceremony of the Voladores de Papantla is one of Mexico's most famous cultural activities in Cancun that is offered at Xcaret eco theme park which has been transmitted from generation to generation. Enjoy this show in Xcaret Park at 11:30 am, 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm.

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