What is Jericó known for?

Jericó is known for its mountains, rich traditions, and as the birthplace of Mother Laura Montoya Upegui, who was canonized in May 2013. This Colombian Heritage Village is also famous for the manufacturing of the Antioquia carriel, a leather handbag emblematic of the region.

Who was Mother Laura Montoya Upegui, and what is her connection to Jericó?

Mother Laura Montoya Upegui was born in Jericó in 1874 and was canonized in May 2013. Her canonization brought widespread attention to Jericó, a town in southwestern Antioquia.

What is the significance of the Antioquia carriel in Jericó?

The Antioquia carriel is a leather handbag that is emblematic of the region and is a traditional product manufactured in Jericó. The town is well known for its craftsmanship in creating these iconic bags.

Why is Jericó considered a Colombian Heritage Village?

Jericó is considered a Colombian Heritage Village due to its cultural significance, historical traditions, and the fact that it is the birthplace of Mother Laura Montoya Upegui. It is also renowned for its beautiful mountains and the traditional craft of making the Antioquia carriel.

What are the main attractions in Jericó?

The main attractions in Jericó include its scenic mountains, the traditional manufacturing of the Antioquia carriel, and its significance as the birthplace of Mother Laura Montoya Upegui, who was canonized in 2013.

How did the canonization of Mother Laura Montoya impact Jericó?

The canonization of Mother Laura Montoya in May 2013 brought significant attention to Jericó, highlighting its importance as her birthplace and as a town rich in Colombian heritage and traditions.

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With the May 2013 canonization of Mother Laura Montoya Upegui, who was born in Jericó in 1874, the name of this town in southwestern Antioquia has been heard all around Colombia. The publicity given to this Colombian Heritage Village is also justified by its mountains and many traditions, such as the manufacturing of the Antioquia carriel, a leather handbag emblematic of the region.

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