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Across
  1. 2. August 15 - A heavenly holiday where the Virgin Mary gets honored — and you get a puente.
  2. 5. In May or June - Jesus' 40-day post-Easter journey to heaven. Día de ___
  3. 6. Cartagena’s freedom shout heard in November.
  4. 8. A day to reflect on heritage, history... and maybe Guatepe in October. Día de __ ____
  5. 12. Wise men, gifts, and a post-New Year’s siesta. Día de ___ _____ _____
  6. 13. Good Friday - Celebrated in March or April
  7. 14. The battle that sealed Colombia’s freedom... and scored you a day off in August.
  8. 17. November 1 - A day for all saints to shine. Día de _____ ___ ______
  9. 18. Celebrated 10 days after Corpus Christi - A heart-warming holiday for Jesus' devotion. (7, 7, 2, 5)
Down
  1. 1. Fireworks, flags, and feeling extra proud to be in Colombia on July 20. Día de __ _____________
  2. 3. December 8 - The Virgin Mary’s immaculate conception.
  3. 4. Natilla, novenas, and enough fireworks to rival a war zone.
  4. 7. In May or June - A holy feast with a body and blood theme.
  5. 9. 12 grapes, yellow undies, and suitcase sprints.
  6. 10. Mar 19 - Saint of families... and surprise! Another long weekend! Día de ___ ____
  7. 11. Celebrated the Thursday before Easter — sacred rituals... or the unofficial kickoff to a beach getaway?
  8. 15. June 29 - A pair of apostles, double the holy fun. (3, 5, 1, 3, 5)
  9. 16. May 1 - Work hard, rest harder! Día de ___ _______