Los parachicos en la fiesta tradicional de enero de Chiapa de Corzo
Since the 18th century, the traditional Fiesta Grande de Chiapa de Corzo has been held every year from January 4 to 23 in the state of Chiapas. Music, dance, crafts, gastronomy, masses, and entertainment are all part of this festival in honor of Our Lord of Esquipulas, Saint Anthony the Abbot, and Saint Sebastian, with the latter being especially honored. The Parachicos (a term that refers both to the dancers and the type of dance they perform from morning to night) travel throughout the town carrying the honored images and visiting various places of worship. They are led by the Patron, the highest authority of the Parachicos, who wears a mask with a stern expression, carries a guitar and a whip, and plays the whistle accompanied by one or two drummers, while the rest of the Parachicos shake their rattles. During the dance, the Patron sings praises to which the Parachicos respond with cheers.
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Los parachicos en la fiesta tradicional de enero de Chiapa de Corzo
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