The fair also includes highly produced entertainment spectacles like the beauty pageants. In 2019, the municipality invested heavily in the "Señorita Sacapulas" and "Rimi’al Tujaal" contests. These events featured high-tech production values, including LED lighting, 25-meter runways, professional sound systems, and elaborate costumes, turning the municipal hall into a glamorous television studio.
Produce a culinary video profile on local Sacapulas gastronomy. Feature traditional cooks preparing regional dishes like Alajhu (a local sweet or traditional dish varyingly prepared in the region) or traditional tamales, focusing on the use of locally sourced ingredients and open-fire cooking techniques. 9. The Colors of Sacapulas: Weaving a Huipil
: Fast-paced mobile-first content for platforms like Instagram.
Extending the brand of the local radio station, Santo Domingo TV utilizes Facebook as a primary distribution channel to share video content. Through live videos and posted segments, this outlet covers local events, town happenings, and religious ceremonies, ensuring that visual news is accessible to a tech-savvy audience.
Finally, the name of Sacapulas has even traveled to the world of high art through Guatemalan artist Carlos Mérida. His mid-20th-century offset print titled "Sacapulas, Quiché" is held in the collection of the Harn Museum and the University of Miami’s eMuseum. This piece serves as a historical artifact of how the municipality has been immortalized in print media by one of the country’s most renowned artists.
: A curated digital audio collection of local marimba and traditional "sones".
Follow the journey of a local weaver creating the distinct Sacapulas huipil (traditional blouse). These garments are known for their intricate patterns, unique necklines, and vibrant colors. Document the painstaking process from spinning the thread to the finished masterpiece. 10. The Craft of Traditional Pottery
An unrestored Maya ruin on a mountaintop outside town, featuring surviving stucco facades. Iglesia católica de Sacapulas OpenSacapulas, Guatemala
As one of the most recognized names in the Quiché region, Radio Santo Domingo FM 90.7 is deeply rooted in the religious traditions of the municipality, named after the patron saint. It provides a mix of Catholic programming, local updates, and music, serving as an interactive space where listeners can engage with the station through social media.
Produce an adventure-centric video or photo essay documenting a trek up the surrounding peaks, such as the areas near the Agujerado or local viewpoints. Showcase the panoramic views of the Chixoy river valley and the unique semi-arid ecosystem. 15. Drone Tour: Sacapulas from Above