Monday, April 20, 2026

Cultural Revitalization

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A large, diverse crowd spontaneously participating in a traditional Candombe music circle in Montevideo's Plaza de España at night, with drums and dancing.

La Rueda de Candombe moves to Plaza de España due to popularity

Every Monday night, up to 2,000 people gather in Montevideo's Plaza de España, not for a protest or a concert, but to spontaneously participate in a traditional candombe music circle.

Andre Silva·April 20, 2026