Carnival Of Masks And Costumes In Culhuacán, Mexico City
A person is posing with a mask during the Carnival of Masks and Costumes in Culhuacan, Mexico City, on the eve of the Holy Week celebrations in the capital. The celebrations, which have been brought to America by the Spanish and Portuguese since the 15th century, are believed to have pagan origins and are characterized by music, dances, theatrical performances, vibrant colors, and gastronomy. The religious significance of Carnival varies across different states, as it is celebrated at the beginning of Lent. (Photo by Gerardo Vieyra/NurPhoto)
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- ILEA002320573
- Registered date
- 2024/2/13 00:00:00
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- NurPhoto / Kyodo News Images
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- Gerardo Vieyra/NurPhoto
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- 6240 × 4160 pixel
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