Every year, since 1902, the city of Lubango has been the stage for the Festas da Senhora do Monte, which take place during the month of August.
The tradition originates from religious manifestations imported from the autonomous region of Madeira, in Portugal and is still used today. celebrated enthusiastically by Huila society, where socioeconomic, sporting and cultural activities stand out.
In addition to its historical role, this centenary event is an icon of Huíla's identity and a window to present to the world its social, economic and cultural diversity.
Expo-Huíla, the Agricultural Fair, the Candlelight Procession to Nossa Senhora da Conceição, the 200 Kilometers of Huíla in motorsports and motorcycles, as well as the Miss Huíla election gala, are the highlights of the event.
In a message published by the Festivities Committee, the governor of Huíla, Nuno Mahapi, highlights that the event is a legacy cultural and traditional that solidifies from generation to generation, as it is a moment of elevation of the Huilana identity and strengthening the social fabric, valuing roots and cultivating a sense of belonging.
The August Festivities, highlights the governor, play a fundamental role in promoting tourism and the local economy, attracting visitors from different regions, generating commerce and services, appearing as an opportunity for Huíla Show the world the best it has, whether through hospitality, gastronomy, music, arts or traditions.
“Therefore, it is essential that all of us, as a community, come together to preserve and value our festivals, collaborating with local authorities, respecting safety standards and contributing to different events taking place in a safe manner. harmonious and inclusive”, says Nuno Mahapi. To the Huilanos, the manager urged a supportive and proactive social involvement in the construction of the celebration, hoping that the event continue to be a moment of joy, unity and celebration, where everyone can be part of this story.
The cultural program features as posters a show celebrating singer Ary's 38th birthday, with the participation of Yuri da Cunha, on the 9th of August, the multi-cultural festival Siga La Luna the following day and the fourth edition of Festi Huíla, on the 17th, with a portfolio of 20 artists, with emphasis on C4 Pedro, Yannik Afroman, Jhonny Berry, Cef, Cage One, Jéssica Ningui, Dj Loló, Anderson Mário, Rap Gang and Rui Orlando.
On Saturdays and Sundays the so-called “Music Stages” and dance competitions are scheduled. It is also scheduled the “Festival Paulo Flores”, led by the artist who gives the event its name, which will close the general program on August 31st.
The first edition of the Festivities, according to the Municipal Bulletin of the Chamber of Sá da Bandeira (1971), took place on August 15, 1902.
The genesis of the event has always been the chapel, a place where devotees from Madeira (Portugal) who requested in 1901 to the parish priest of S. José do Lubango and Father Manuel Francisco Pessoa da Luz, a sponsorship for the construction of the chapel
Historical sources indicate that the construction of the chapel was marked by two distinct phases over time, the first being, began with the construction of the primitive chapel, guided by the bricklayer Jacinto Rodrigues and the carpenter João da Silva, in 1902.
The first open mass was celebrated on August 15, 1902, with the chapel still under construction. From the following year (1903), the population of Lubango started going to the chapel to celebrate the pilgrimage that became traditional, but the works only ended in 1921. MS
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