Xochimilco Carnival in Xochimilco, Mexico City, Mexico by Shawn Goldberg / SOPA Images
The Xochimilco Carnival in Xochimilco, Mexico City, Mexico, is a lively celebration filled with colorful parades, traditional music, and elaborate costumes. It has deep historical roots tracing back to pre-Hispanic times when indigenous communities held ceremonial festivals to honor their deities and mark agricultural cycles.
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