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Mayor Says ‘I Do’ to Caiman in 230-Year-Old Ritual for Prosperity

Mayor Says ‘I Do’ to Caiman in 230-Year-Old Ritual for Prosperity

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#viral | Mayor Says ‘I Do’ to Caiman in 230-Year-Old Ritual for Prosperity The mayor of San Pedro Huamelula in Mexico's Oaxaca state, Daniel Gutiérrez... 02.07.2026, Sputnik Africa

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#viral | Mayor Says ‘I Do’ to Caiman in 230-Year-Old Ritual for Prosperity The mayor of San Pedro Huamelula in Mexico's Oaxaca state, Daniel Gutiérrez, has once again participated in a traditional wedding ceremony — marrying a female caiman. The 230-year-old ritual is believed to bring good harvests, abundant fishing, and prosperity to the community. The ceremony symbolizes the ancient union of two indigenous peoples, which, according to legend, ended years of conflict between them.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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