Feria de la Chinita is the name of the religious festival that takes place every years for eight days, from November 11th to November 18th, in Maracaibo, Venezuela. This celebration commemorates the miracle of Virgin of Chiquinquira (La Chinita), who is the patron of Zulia State and whose celebration is observed by the Catholic Church every November 18th.
La Feria de la Chinita is enjoyed not only by Catholics or devotees to the Virgin of Chinquinquira. On this date national and international tourists come to enjoy these special days. The scheduling of activities vary. There are concerts with national and international artists, as well as special baseball game with the state team, also a big park with games and art exhibits. On November 18th a ceremony is celebrated in honor La Chinita, in his church "La Basilica". It is impressive how many people come that day to hear a beautiful ceremony full of feeling. Also serenade with the typical music "La Gaita."
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