King Momo
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King Momo is considered the king of Carnivals in numerous Latin American festivities, mainly in Brazil and Colombia. His appearance signifies the beginning of the Carnival festivities. Each carnival h
King Momo at Florianópolis's Carnival, in 2005
A papier-mache doll of King Momo being burned at the Carnival in Villa Ani Mi, province of Córdoba, Argentina
Marcelo Reis, King Momo of Carioca Carnival in 2005
Waldemar Esteves da Cunha, King Momo of Santos, with the Queen Mira, in Brazilian Carnival of 1988
Barranquilla Carnival
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The Barranquilla Carnival is one of Colombia's most important folkloric celebrations, and one of the biggest carnivals in the world. The carnival has traditions that date back to the 19th century. Fou
King Momo
…Portuguese, Rey Momo in Spanish, and Rex Momus in Latin) is considered the king of Carnivals in numerous Latin American festivities, mainly in Brazil and Colombia. His appearance signifies the beginning of the Carnival festivities. Each carnival has its own King Momo, who is often given the key to the city…
Congo dancing group.
A costume.
La Paz Square, where traditionally the Carnival proclamation is carried out.
Esthercita Forero's statue, who recovered the La Guacherna's Tradition.