Chinas Oaxaqueñas dance in the streets of Oaxaca, Mexico as part of a festive street procession and local tradition known as a calenda.
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Thanks for visiting Go Mexico Guide! I'm glad you're here. Hi, I'm Laura. I'm a traveler, writer and runner living in Mexico City. In the two-plus years that I've been living and traveling in Mexico, I've explored much of central and southern Mexico and the Yucatán. Visit my about page to learn more.
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Energy, color, texture! Glimpse inside Oaxaca but what a great peek – feeling a little dizzy now *grin*
The only thing missing is the sounds of music and firecrackers!
What a beautiful picture Laura!
Looks like a fun thing to be a part of. Great color and movement in the photo.
Thanks, we all had a great time!
Love it! so full of culture!
That’s beautiful. SO captures the moment and culture.
What an amazing and beautiful picture!
¡Qué bella fiesta!
Saludos desde Chile.
Gracias!
I’ve never participated in one but it looks like a blast!
What a fun way to learn about Mexican life and culture. I think your blog is great. The calenda looks like a wild event and I wish I was there.
Wild and lots of fun! Thanks for stopping by!
I love the pic, the swirls of the skirts are so pretty!
Gorgeous photo; makes me rethink my vacation plans. Visiting from SITS Comment Hour
Oaxaca’s definitely a lovely place for a vacation!
I would love to take part in a calenda! There are many people here in Bakersfield from Mexico… this gives me something else to talk to them about.
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Glad to hear it. If they’re from this part of Mexico they’ll have lots to tell you about it I’m sure. Thanks for stopping by!
OMG! What an awesome pic! So colorful! I bet the Calenda was beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
Geat picture! I love all the movement
wow! The movement and energy in this is really exciting! Just goes to show, there’s a party always happening somewhere in the world!
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Did u take that picture! beautiful! #commenthour
I did, and with my little point and click which rarely captures any good shots after dark. I’m thrilled that it came out this nice!
Just looking at those pictures make me want to pack my bags and go to Mexico yesterday.
Love it. #commenthour
ooooh this photo is lovely!!
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Great color and motion.
That’s gorgeous snapshot, Laura!
Thanks Bibi!
Beautiful Dance & Photo! Really cool! Interesting! I love the tradition of differents Cultures!
Namaste!
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What a neat idea for a blog! It is almost like a mini-vacation reading it! I’m not a traveler, so it’s a great way for someone like me to learn about different places/cultures.
Thanks, I’m glad to hear you’re enjoying it. You’re welcome back anytime!
Beautiful
Nunca he estado en Oaxaca, pero he escuchado muy buenos comentarios sobre esta region. Una de las cosas que mas me atrae, es por esos deliciosos quesos que hacen alli
Me encanto tu foto.
Saludos!
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I’ve never heard of a calenda, but I definitely need to experience one at least once in my life!
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Great photo! Love the colors and the action.
I love this! I have to be careful coming here because I always want to to go travel to Mexico afterward!
Congrats on being selected for #CommentHour. I’m a little behind in my comments
Your site is beautiful! Very fresh. Keep up the great work!
No worries, thanks for stopping by! #CommentHour’s a lot of fun but it’s also tough to keep up with!!
What a great picture! I can feel the movement. I’m here from the #commenthour. Crazy to keep up with!