'Alebrijes' on Parade as Mexico City Showcases Traditional Folk Art Franc Contreras - CCTV.com
go to original October 26, 2016

In Mexico City, an annual tradition this time of year includes a parade that pays homage to Mexican folk art sculptures depicting fantastical creatures.

Straight from the imagination of Mexican creators, these giant figures are called Alebrijes and each year they take over the main boulevard during a parade here in the Mexican capital.

These fantasy figures are designed for the purpose of surprising audiences. Their bright colors and unusual shapes are inspired from mythical monsters on every continent, including Africa and Asia.

Now, an October tradition, the folk art parade takes place just before Mexico's well-known Day of the Dead celebrations. Sometimes, they include references to politicians running for high office.

Every year, thousands of people come out - mostly children and their parents, who line the five and a half kilometer parade route for a look.

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