Blacks and Whites’ Carnival in Colombia

Attribution: Dioses Ancestrales By Etienne Le Cocq (Own work) 

Proclaimed in 2009 by UNESCO as one of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity, the Blacks and Whites’ Carnival, “Carnaval de Negros y Blancos”, is the largest and most important celebration in southern Colombia.

Between December 28 and January 7, the City of Pasto attracts a large number of tourists who want to celebrate this cultural expression.

On January 6, the festivity starts with a magnificent float parade.

Take a look at last year’s parade.

 

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