The Oruro Carnival is one of Bolivia's grandest traditional festivals and is also recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity. The festival combines Spanish Catholicism with Andean indigenous culture and is held every February. Activities include gorgeous parades, gorgeous costumes and traditional dances. The most famous is the "Devil's Dance", which shows the religious meaning of the confrontation between good and evil. The Oruro Carnival is not only a religious ceremony, but also a cultural feast, attracting tourists from all over the world to experience the festive atmosphere of passion and faith.
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