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Voladores de Papantla in front of the parish of Cuetzalan, Puebla
Danza de los voladores de Papantla, dancers in colorful costumes sitting at the top, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 23. January 2022
Cuetzalan, Mexico - 2012: A family of acrobats known as \
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - Nov 2016: Dance of the Papantla Flyers (Voladores de Papantla) - Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
Mexico, Cuetzalan, Puebla, Ago 09 - Cuetzalan, a small town nestled in the Sierra Norte of the state of Puebla, founded by the Franciscans in 1547 among lush forests and crystal-clear waterfalls, is famous for maintaining a practically intact neo-colonial style architecture, with stone streets and wooden buildings covered by roofs of tiles. In the picture: The impressive ritual of the 'Voladores de Papantla', which in Cuetzalan occur every Sunday in front of the Parroquia de San Francisco church. This ancestral rite has its origins in the Mesoamerican cultures of the Clasic period, still practiced today with the Nahuas and Totonecas ethnic groups. After making a dance, four 'voladores' (flying men) circle around a pole tied upside down by a rope that gradually lowers to the ground. This rite was proclaimed Intangible Heritage of Humanity by Unesco in 2009.
Mexican flyers from Vera Cruz perform a part of a traditional sun worship ritual
native mexicans performing prehispanic ritual
Cancun, Mexico - Mar 15, 2017: Traditional flying birdmen performance by voladores: performers throw themselves off a tall wooden pole while rotating towards the ground as part of a ritual ceremony to ask for fertility.
Tulum, Mexico - July 15, 2011: Voladores men at \
Tourists watch the flying men of Costa Maya perform a ritual. The Flying Dancers of Costa Maya climb a 95 foot high pole and slide down a rope in a circle. The dance of the flying men is a 1400 year old ritual, the meaning of which varies in many areas of Mexico. The ritual of the Voladores was once only performed on certain festivals in honor of the fertility and spring gods. The flute player represents the sun, the others the four elements earth, air, fire and water.
Cholula, Puebla, Mexico - 2017: A member of the acrobats known as \
Mexico City, Mexico. Jan 17, 2024. Dance of the Flyers or flying pole an ancient Mesoamerican ceremony and ritual, originated with the Nahua, Huastec and Otomi peoples in central Mexico
A topping-out crown hangs in front of a newly built apartment building for the topping-out ceremony.
The reflection of sailboat
Short Caption (Editorial Use Only): Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas, Mexico – January 20, 2018: A vibrant Parachico in traditional costume performs during the Fiesta Grande, embodying the region's rich cultural heritage.\nThis image, taken on January 20, 2018, in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas, Mexico, captures a standout moment during the Fiesta Grande. It features a traditional Parachico, dressed in colorful attire with his iconic hat and sash, performing amid a lively festival setting. The photograph documents the event (what), taken in Chiapa de Corzo (where) on the specified date (when), featuring a \ncultural performer (who) whose vibrant display of tradition underscores the community’s pride (why). This concise description provides insight into the significance of the celebration and highlights the enduring cultural legacy of the region.
This is another photos of papel picado, traditional Mexican  decorations. These were hanging under a gazebo in Bosque de Chapultepec Park in Mexico City
Shacsha dancer putting a hat on the street, in Huaraz
Cuetzalan, Mexico - 2012: A member of the acrobats known as \
The Flying Dancers of Costa Maya climb a 95 foot high pole and slide down a rope in a circle. The dance of the flying men is a 1400 year old ritual, the meaning of which varies in many areas of Mexico. The ritual of the Voladores was once only performed on certain festivals in honor of the fertility and spring gods. The flute player represents the sun, the others the four elements earth, air, fire and water.
Young chiapanecos (traditional mexican dancers) talking outdoors
Riederich, Germany - May 17, 2012: Maypole with signs of regional handcrafts in Riederich (Baden-WĂŒrttemberg). The illustrated crafts include landscaping, painters, plasterers, masons, plumbers, carpenters, hairdressers, car workshop. In front of a blue sky.
Mexicans getting ready decorating the streets for the most important Mexican festival
Snowstorm at night
Mexico City, Mexico - Aug 2 2023: Voladores de Papantla are a group of dancers who jump into the void from a high pole, tied with ropes, pre-Hispanic ritual ceremony from Veracruz
The areca palm stands tall, ready for an exciting competition. Prizes hang at the top, waiting for participants to climb with determination and joy. This tradition is more than just a game—it symbolizes unity, resilience, and teamwork
Areca climbing or areca climbing competitions. traditional competition in indonesia to celebrate independence day 17 august, august 03 2022, bontang, east kalimantan, indonesia
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Acrobatic People performing Palo Volador, Dance of the Flyers, traditional ceremony, Los voladores an antique totonaca ritual to Gods from El Tajin,
A diversity of colors of cotton string are interwoven.  Rows upon rows of intertwined thread form a diagonal repeating pattern.  There are nails grounding the thread. String art
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