Callejoneada by Bekah

Just now as we write this there is a Callejoneada (street party) happening right outside our hotel. This involves live bands dressed in 16th century costumes, dancing, balloons, cups on strings and a lot of alcohol! This phenomenon is said to happen weekly here usually brought about by students who travel through the streets stopping to dance in the plazas, imitating a 400 year old Spanish tradition. Christina and I had the fortune to observe this unique event twice tonight after our full day of acclimating to this city. We are excited about learning more about this aspect of the culture here.