The silletas are made up of a variety of flowers and are arranged in intricate designs.
The Flower Fair of Medellín, or Feria de las Flores in Spanish, is an annual festival held in the city of Medellín, Colombia. It is a ten-day event that takes place in early August and is a celebration of the city’s rich cultural heritage. The festival began in 1957 as a small parade of flowers but has since grown to become one of the city’s most important cultural events. It now attracts visitors from all over Colombia and the world. The highlight of the festival is the Desfile de Silleteros, or the Silleteros Parade, which takes place on the final day. The Silleteros are farmers from the nearby town of Santa Elena who carry large flower arrangements, called silletas, on their backs. The silletas are made up of a variety of flowers and are arranged in intricate designs. The Flower Fair of Medellín is not only a celebration of the city’s flowers and gardens but also of its people and culture. It is a unique cultural experience that should not be missed if you are visiting Colombia in August!