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Carnival celebrations in the Colombian city of Pasto

January 7, 2026

7 January 2026

PASTO, Colombia (AP) - Revelers took to the streets with parade floats and costumes to celebrate the Black and White Carnival, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage, in Pasto, Colombia.

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