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Medell\u00edn (Colombia), Jul 17 (EFE).- A giant dove suspended more than 15 metres above the largest natural flower tapestry in the world<\/strong>, created from more than 220,000 stems, has gone on display in Medell\u00edn<\/strong> until 30 August in the central square of the Santaf\u00e9 Shopping Centre.<\/a><\/p>\n

Under the slogan “When love unites, peace blossoms,” the 16th edition of the event, entitled World of Flowers 2026,<\/strong> aims to establish itself as one of the landmarks of Medell\u00edn, the capital of the department of Antioquia. It also pays tribute to the \u201csilletero\u201d tradition during the Feria de las Flores<\/strong>, which takes place in July and August.<\/p>\n

As every year, the centrepiece represents a specific theme, and in 2026 that theme is peace. “The floral dove symbolises the peace we long for throughout the world. With it, we want to convey a message of empathy and hope at a time when the world is facing so many conflicts,” Mar\u00eda Fernanda Bertel, General Manager of Santaf\u00e9 de Medell\u00edn Shopping Centre<\/strong>, told EFE.<\/p>\n

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Santaf\u00e9 Shopping Centre General Manager Marta Fernanda Bertel during an interview with EFE on Thursday in Medell\u00edn, Colombia. EFE\/Pablo R. Seco <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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Gardeners at the Santaf\u00e9 Shopping Centre prepare a flower tapestry on Thursday in Medell\u00edn, Colombia. EFE\/Pablo R. Seco <\/div> <\/div>
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Photograph of a dove above a flower tapestry on Thursday at the Santaf\u00e9 Shopping Centre in Medell\u00edn, Colombia. EFE\/Pablo R. Seco <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>\n

World of Flowers 2026<\/h3>\n

For 46 days, the 1,000-square-metre plaza will display a floral carpet made up of 27,000 plants, containing more than 220,000 flowers<\/strong> from eastern Antioquia, including petunias in shades of fuchsia, purple, white, and red, along with marigolds in hues ranging from orange to yellow.<\/p>\n

“The species we have chosen adapt well to our square and to our infrastructure, which features retractable roofs that open in the morning and afternoon, providing the lighting conditions these flowers require,” Bertel said.<\/p>\n

The structure of the floral dove is made of metal and decorated with white leaves crafted from biodegradable materials<\/strong> that resemble flowers. These were attached one by one on the 10.5-metre-high and 16.8-metre-wide sculpture.<\/p>\n

According to Bertel, more than 200 people<\/strong> were involved in creating World of Flowers 2026, from the initial design work through to the installation of the exhibition.<\/p>\n

The flowers are cared for by a team of eight gardeners who constantly monitor every detail to keep them watered and ensure they remain in perfect condition throughout the exhibition.<\/p>\n

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Gardeners at the Santaf\u00e9 Shopping Centre prepare a flower tapestry on Thursday in Medell\u00edn, Colombia. EFE\/Pablo R. Seco <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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Photograph of a dove above a flower tapestry on Thursday at the Santaf\u00e9 Shopping Centre in Medell\u00edn, Colombia. EFE\/Pablo R. Seco <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>\n

A tradition looking to the future<\/h3>\n

The first flower carpet was created in 2011. Since then, the square has featured a variety of designs, ranging from mandalas to giant three-dimensional displays and extended sculptures, some with moving elements, including peacocks, hummingbirds, an immersive sun, a seahorse and a family of parrots.<\/p>\n

In 2025, the initiative celebrated its 15th anniversary<\/a>. The event attracted 3.1 million visitors<\/strong>, who embarked on a “journey through flowers” featuring iconic installations in different areas of the shopping centre, with a hot-air balloon as the main attraction.<\/p>\n

Bertel said they expect visitor numbers to increase by 5% this year and that they have developed a long-term plan covering the next five to seven years. The figures to go on display have already been selected, while the themes will be chosen according to local, national or international events.<\/p>\n

Social impact<\/h3>\n

Since its inception, the flower tapestry has also had a strong social commitment. This year, proceeds from the sale of the plants used in the installation will once again go to the FAN Foundation<\/strong>, which supports children through its Playing to Heal programme<\/strong>, a psychotherapeutic model that uses play, art and literature to help children and teenagers recover emotionally after experiencing physical, sexual or psychological violence.<\/p>\n

Last year, 20 children and teenagers received 240 physiotherapy sessions, while 70 young people strengthened their emotional well-being thanks to funds raised through the flower tapestry. Over the past 15 years, more than 15,000 children<\/strong> have benefited from these social programmes. EFE<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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