20/01/2022 02:21 (UTC)

Nicaragua's traditional Toro Huaco dance blends indigenous, Spanish cultural heritages

Diriamba, Jan 19 (EFE).- People poured into the streets of this city south of Managua for Wednesday's kickoff of the Festival of San Sebastian, Diriamba's patron saint, featuring traditional dances such as the Toro Huaco.

The performances by people in colorful costumes and masks of archetypes from colonial-era Nicaragua are a big part of why the two-week event is a major attraction for tourists. (Camera: RENEE LUCIA RAMOS).

SHOT LIST: THE TORO HUACO DANCE AT THE START OF THE FESTIVAL OF SAN SEBASTIAN IN DIRIAMBA, NICARAGUA.

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Date: 20/01/2022 12:00 (UTC)
Credit: EFE
Source: EFE
Topic: Arts, culture and entertainment » Festive event (including carnival)
Arts, culture and entertainment » Customs and tradition
Type: Rough cut
Duration: 138 seconds
Reference: 7001136553
Relevance: Normal