2024-07-05 05:46:15
CORONATION
In a ceremony full of emotion and tradition, Chunchi celebrated on the night of Saturday, June 29, the 80th Anniversary of the Andean Chair with the coronation of Doménica I as the new sovereign of the canton for the period 2024-2025. The event, organized by the Decentralized Autonomous Municipal Government of Chunchi as part of its annual cultural agenda, took place at the Augusto Correa M municipal stadium, where an expectant crowd witnessed this historic event.
Doménica I was received with an extensive court of honor, elegantly parading down a red carpet with her ladies and gentlemen, thus marking her triumphant entry onto the main stage.
Prior to her coronation, Adriana I, the outgoing queen, shared an emotional video that recapitulated her achievements and social activities during her year of reign. In a moving farewell message, Adriana highlighted the depth of lessons learned from the Chunchian community, underlining the importance of service and empathy.
The proclamation ceremony was presided over by Laura Aguirre, vice mayor of Chunchi, who praised Doménica I’s qualities as an ambassador of local culture and traditions. Adriana Ortiz, the outgoing queen, had the honor of handing over the crown to the new sovereign, wishing her success in her year of reign. In her acceptance speech, Doménica I expressed her gratitude to the inhabitants of Chunchi for the trust placed in her and expressed her commitment to social service and the promotion of the Chunchi identity. “It is an honor to represent the beauty and culture of my land. I promise to work tirelessly for the well-being of our community and to raise the name of Chunchi high,” said Doménica, visibly moved.