COMVITE

The way this is done is by buying a devil-shaped piñata, putting it outside along with a bunch of trash, and setting the whole thing ablaze

Every year, without fail, the neighbours of Barrio Concepción in La Antigua Guatemala burn the devil to a crisp.

One of Guatemala's most peculiar traditions, the burning of the devil symbolizes a purification ritual.

The convite of Ciudad Vieja is a yearly celebration in honor of the Virgin of Conception, patron of the town.

Since the dance has been immensely popular for a really long time in Ciudad Vieja and its surrounding areas.