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An Invocation for Rain
It then becomes the rain, which, in turn, will shower the corn fields to ensure a bountiful harvest.
Santiago Billy
Sep 22, 20232 min read
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Giant Kites of Santiago Sacatepéquez
On November 1st and 2nd, colourful kites take flight over Santiago Sacatepéquez as hundreds of people gather at the local cemetery.
Luis Soto
Sep 22, 20231 min read
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Judas and the Bull
This particular custom consists of running in front of a charging bull that has a life size Judas rag doll strapped on as a rider.
Santiago Billy
Jul 5, 20232 min read
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Pinhole: Burn, Baby, Burn!
Every year, without fail, the neighbours of Barrio Concepción in La Antigua Guatemala burn the devil to a crisp.
Santiago Billy
Jul 5, 20232 min read
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The Holiest of Days
Semana Santa, the week leading up to Easter, is one of Guatemala’s most famous traditions.
Santiago Billy
Jul 5, 20231 min read
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Rabinal Achi
Prehispanic Maya drama-dance performed in Rabinal, Baja Verapaz, Guatemala.
Santiago Billy
Jul 5, 20231 min read
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Procession of the holy ghosts
The procession takes place during All Saints Day at nighttime for the festivities surrounding the "día de los muertos" in San José Petén.
Santiago Billy
Jul 5, 20231 min read
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Lake Chicabal
On the shores of lake Chicabal, every year forty days after Easter a ritual takes place. The invocation for rain.
Santiago Billy
Jul 5, 20231 min read
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Devil’s burning
One of Guatemala's most peculiar traditions, the burning of the devil symbolizes a purification ritual.
Santiago Billy
Jul 3, 20231 min read
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Semana Santa en Tiempos del Coronavirus
El Coronavirus en Guatemala ha llevado al cese de las actividades religiosas como se conocían.
Santiago Billy
Jul 3, 20231 min read
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