Colombian Town Turns Street into Giant Water Slide

Bucarasica, a town in northern Colombia, recently held its annual street slide event. This unique tradition, which started as a campaign promise, has transformed the town's image. The event, held on June 1st, 2025, saw residents and visitors sliding down a water-filled street. "We are inaugurating the longest municipal slide in northern Santander," said one participant. The event shows the town's resilience and its efforts to move past its past association with conflict zones. The event is a testament to the power of community and its ability to overcome adversity.