A group of "devils" on the church dancing and screaming

A group of "devils" on the church dancing and screaming Stock Photo
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Contributor:

Nacho Calonge / Alamy Stock Photo

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D97E6F

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60.2 MB (3.1 MB Compressed download)

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5616 x 3744 px | 47.5 x 31.7 cm | 18.7 x 12.5 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

2 February 2011

Location:

Almonacid del Marquesado, Cuenca, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain

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The Endiablada (the devil) is the name given to an immemorial and traditional celebration on Almonacid del Marquesado, Cuenca province. On days 1, 2 and 3 February in honor of the Virgin Candelaria and St. Blas. During these three days, about 130 "devils", dressed in striking colors costumes and large cowbells hanging from the back, through the streets of the town, and borne in procession to the Saints, dedicating dances and jumps.